Could It Be? [Closed Social, R]

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

OOC: A closed session between the twins and Vannan.

Location : The base of Mount Fuji, Japan.

Circumstances: It has been a weekly since their meeting on the Hawaii island and Iraishin has been doing her research on recent events. Shiryou had offered to spend time with the Quincy while the other twin plans in the background. A best served vantage point where the group could be at ease while at the same time searching for answers. Which has lead the pair to Onsen resort on Mount Fuji.

The Onsenji Yumedono Ryokan resort, and thanks to the twin's efforts, they have managed to arrange the books to have the man stay within a executive room. Don't ask how hee hee. Now the pair wait road side for the man to arrive before venturing into the resort grounds, hoping that the letter that was sent by Shiryou arrived to him in time.

Reference:
onsenji.com/en/

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"Row row row your boat, gently down the sttreeeammmm... Merrily merrily merrily merrily life is buuutt a dream," so much enthusiasm tuckered in her cheery voice as she sang the melody, the Fraccion could not help but be over joyed to see a friend again. Since the last time that they met were under strenuous circumstances, at least now they would be able to truly have fun. An Onsen, whatever that was, food, drinks, and a bedroom. The very thought had the girl blushing with excitement with her heels clacking against the metal railing she sat on.

The day was still early with the sun at its highest point and the cicadas buzzing around in the tree lines behind them. Shiryou was looking forward to the fun that they were going to have, and provided the opportunity to start anew beginning with Vannan. There were so many things that she wanted to do differently when they met for the first time, but desires went wild with Iraishins little ploys too. Shiryou scolded her twin when they returned to Las Noches for deceiving her like she did. Thankfully a day later or so was when Iraishin proposed a peace offering to the man, and what better way to do so than a hot steamy resort.

The libraries in Las Noches surprisingly stored tremendous amounts of information, even if she did not understand it all. Shiryou merely flipped through the pages, skimming through the thin layers of paper to pass all of the interesting pictures. Filled with many shapes and colors there had not been one that interested her until spotting the steamy pools of water with beautiful scenery in the background. From what Iraishin described that there were cherry blossoms blooming within the photo. The name was Onnsen-gi Yo mee... Ah forget it. She could never pronounce so many tongue twisting syllables. Ack, why were the Japanese so difficult.

The very thought caused her head to pound with hurtful feelings. Ouch. Like beating bongo drums against her head by a Gorilla in a Speedo. Ugh, a horrible thought. But no mad Gorilla was going to take the thrill they were about to have. The Arrancar was compelled to pace back and forth on the concrete walkway along the side of the road. Iraishin had been quiet for most of their wait. She was talkative before arriving and now she was utterly silent. Shiryou did probe her mind to fulfill her curiosity. Series after series of random thoughts and puzzles that made her head hurt all the more until she couldn't take anymore, and butted out. From it all she was able to gather a sense of purpose behind such a meeting. Because with Iraishin, she learned that there was always something more than what was intended.

And this was no different.

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Twenty minutes had passed since they were able to smuggle themselves into the human world and had arrived to their location. After all of the planning to lure their companion so far into the forest terrain, it would be an utter waste of time and effort if he did not show. Spiritual beings such as themselves would have no difficulty in traveling to locations such as this, but for humans with unique abilities would probably prove more of a challenge. Like really, how many people would panic out just by witnessing a human flying in the air, or those that possessed the power to eliminate entire regions with a single finger.

Humans were uncanny but predictable. Which was all the more reason why she chose this location to serve as a "peace offering" to the Quincy, and a opportunity to see if he can be used. During their last engagement Vannan spoke about not wanting to hurt them. That he lacked the desire to cause them harm, however, the pain she felt before releasing their power was there. Even to the this moment she could feel the burning sensation that penetrated her shoulder. To be injured to such extent did show that they needed more training, more power, and to seek out this desire to remain in the human world.

Shiryou's browsing through the archives of Las Noches did allow Iraishin the chance to piece together the fragmented images that continuously swirled in her mind. Although some of them did appear to be familiar to her. Unlike the other mountain terrains that were labeled in various other locations around the world, she was able to eliminate the locations that did not resemble the images in her head. So far, the land of Japan appeared to be one of them. The land itself may be small compared to the other continents but was still very vast, and few of the locations can be easily missed if one was not observant enough.

Hollows were not the issue since they were a race that derived from them, but more evolved and stronger. That aside, the issue reside in the lack of a guide and a chauffeur. While the twins can wander about the world of the living unescorted, but they would meet with confrontation from other factions. Their spiritual pressure would be clear as day and would be recognized easily. While being escorted by another individual, then others would assume that there is either a confrontation to eliminate the source or something more. Who would ever expect two opposite sides joined together? A rare few would form the idea.

The two had to have someone that they could trust while they searched, and better yet, someone who knew the land and the terrain. The images were all they had to go on and perhaps it was Vannan that could help them. Only time will tell, and now was the time for him to show it. Though their battle did show his resolve and dedication to his own morales, but would they fail in comparison to his loyalty to his group. John Ryan proved the loyalty their kind had, but will Vannan follow the same path? She didn't know and that was what concerned her. A small indication appeared on her energy sensory that was similar to Vannan's. Now the test has started.

When he approached, Shiryou immediately ran over to caress the man's torso. "Vannan, how are you?" she chuckles with cheer. Watching her, she avoided his skin due to the chemistry between the two races as she pressed her slender form against his body like a clingy child. Cheerful as always while Iraishin remained apathetic to the situation. Her monotone gaze fixated for a few moments before venturing onward to guide the pair to their destination. Her braided ponytail swayed from side to side with the flapping black cape hanging from her back, she only eyed her child like twin chuckling to herself with joy. Rattling of the spirit chain chimed up the paved trail through the opening in the tree line to reach a large wooden gate. "This is it." The front desk was ahead, past the screen automated doors with a mature Japanese woman ready to service the man with his reservation.

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The Onsenji Yumedono Ryokan resort, it was one hell of a resort that was somewhat famous to the locals. It was nice and secluded, far away from the hustle and bustle of Karakura town. He needed this it was an escape from the Vandenreich and the things that they made him do. As he walked along the road he looked out into the mountain side remembering the last weekend. He had fought against a set of twin arrancars who had invited him to this resort.

He really didn't know what to think, the three of them left on good terms after Shiryou had eaten her fill of food. It was nice to see that they wanted to see him again so soon, however he was having mixed feelings if he should go. He looked down at his left hand, it was covered in bandages still from the burns he had gotten from the last time he came in contact with the twins. He was still recovering from that meeting, it wasn't their fault, he couldn't blame them for what happened. He couldn't say that if it was the other way around he would of acted differently.

His body was still burnt slightly, but not as much as before, when he went to the medic bay they were shocked to see how badly he was burned all over. Vannan never said a thing about who attacked him, all he said was that he had won the fight. Truth be told he had wished that he didn't take Shiryou out to eat. His entire body had been screaming out in agony the entire time, yet he never showed it to Shiryou or her sister. He wanted them to enjoy the meal.

Vannan continued to walk along side the road his hand touching the metal bars that lead up to the resort. He could feel some vibration off of the bars, something was hitting them. He was over a hundred feet away, yet he could see the end goal. He bit his lip and sighed, if he was going to meet with the twins he couldn't back away now. If he was going to see them then he should at least take precaution to make sure he wouldn't be burned. Reaching into his coat pocket he pulled out a small pill, he swallowed it and smiled as he felt his powers drain from his body. For a while he would be a normal human, or at the very least he wouldn't have access to his quincy powers or be burned by the hollow poison.

As he got closer Shiryou ran over to him and hugged him, her slender body was pressed against him. He simply smiled and hugged back placing a hand on her back, for the first time feeling her skin without being burned. "Vannan, how are you? " He kept his smile as she spoke, he wouldn't know if she would notice that he was touching her without being burned, but he did so. If these two wanted him here he was going to make it so they could actually interact without hurting one another. He didn't want a repeat of the last time. “I'm ok Shiryou, not fully healed from last time, but that's ok. You still full or do you want something more to eat?"


He poked her stomach gently and laughed a bit. It was nice to be able to interact with Shiryou without being burned. Even if Shiryou was warpped around him Iraishin was still cold as ever towards him, he didn't mind it so much given that he understood her position. Shioryou was the emotion of the two while Iraishin was the mind. He didn't understand why the two were like this, but that's how they were. "Hello Iraishin."

He wrapped his left arm around Shiryou and started to follow Iraishin, his bandaged hand resting on her stomach. He didn't know if Shiryou or Iraishin would notice that he was touching them without getting burned, but that was ok, he was happy to see their reaction to it later on when they finally do notice it. Vannan softly lead Shiryou towards her sister and inside of the resort. Once inside he nodded to the woman at the counter as she lead him to his room, he only said his name and a few meaning less things as she walked the three of them to his room. He had no idea if she could see the other two, however it didn't matter.

Once inside he let go of Shiryou and sat down on the bed and looked them both in the eyes. “I am glad to be here, with the both of you.” Vannan stressed the word both in hopes that Iraishin would pick up on the hint that he was happy to see both of them and not just Shiryou. “But I need to know why you two invited me here. I did want to get to know you two better and this is a nice place.... eh... maybe I'm thinking too much into it. How have the two of you been.” His hands rested by the side of the bed both twins could still easily see that his left hand was wrapped up and there were a few traces of burns on his arms given he was wearing a short sleeve shirt.

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

There was no possible way for Shiryou not to be excited as she was already. Like going to a pool party, sleep over, and a buffet all at the same time. Except, nearly all of the things are on house since they payed for the service, well, if by stealing the money and sending letter for a reservation with that same money equaled "pay," then yes. No harm no foul right? Well, that was not going to prevent them from having fun. And the Fraccion was already a foot in the right direction as she bounced on her stomach, gitty with excitement on the soft sofa couch.

Back when the trio were climbing up the steep trail the man stated he was still recovering from what happened before. Guessing the bandages was more than proof enough that they did hurt him to an extent, “I'm ok Shiryou, not fully healed from last time, but that's ok. You still full or do you want something more to eat?" But at least he was still chipper about being with them, or at least with her instead of Iraishin. "Shiryou's tummy is always hungry Vannan, and now Shiyou would like a tasty snack.. Hmmhmmhmm, room service room service," she cheered pointing at the brochure near the end of the couch with pale thin legs kicking in the air.

"Glutton. All of that food is going to be fat in your stomach. Shame. Your figure is like that of a child, like your brain." Those damn snark remarks from her sister always come about when Shiryou desired something. Every damn time. "Well my figure is slender and won't hold me back unlike those useless molds of fat you have on your chest." Heh, Iraishin was so cocky because she had a bigger bust than herself, and not only that, but she believed that she was so mature because of how she carries herself. Pointing out at her twins bust line she nearly missed what Vannan said to them.

"“I am glad to be here, with the both of you. “But I need to know why you two invited me here. I did want to get to know you two better and this is a nice place.... eh... maybe I'm thinking too much into it. How have the two of you been.” His ponder did puzzle Shiryou to a point as well, but her own reasons for wanting to invite him was to make up the lost time that they could spent on the beach together. For some reason she had forgotten why they were chasing the Quincy around. It had to be said as she set her bottom on the edge of the bed beside the man, "Well, I wanted to spend time with Vannan. To make up for ...umm, what happened before on the beach." Her words were sincere as they could get for someone like her.

Arrancar's showing sympathy and kindness to a race that was told to be the enemy, but that was not what Shiryou saw before her. Not a foe but a playmate, and maybe something else probably, who knows really. As she spoke his arm would be tucked between her cleavage and the minimal fabric that made up the black V-shape bra, looking up at with teary eyes. "Does Vannan hate it?" Her delicate touch sliding down toward the bandages to change the subject of her eyes to them. The reflection of his pain in her eyes brought more pain to her heart although she was not hurt or injured. "If Vannan is still hurting, then I would like to make it go away." A soft chime through each word said as though she was pleading for him to allow her.

"We can do so here or the at the hot bath or even," a sudden yank of her collar by the spirit chain disrupted her train of thought, "Shameful. You are not a harlot and we do not know much about him. Purpose. We are here to see who this man really is and if he can help us?" Nonetheless, she was still clinging to the man's arm while pouting her at insensitive other half.

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Shiryou, the imbecile. Attempting to have a play date with the man. With whom they need to sway over to their side. "Desire. It is our goal to have you side with us two instead of being enemies. Resolution. The invitation to renew our relationship with each other." Was that worded correctly? Hopefully not coming off as a form of interest for the man, since she really didn't have an interest in any form of life besides their own. "Goal. We wish to explore the world without interference of the Quincies or the Shinigami. An alliance if you see it as such."

That was the entire reason for their meeting and Iraishin was not going to hold any punches either. Straight to the point and not going to beat around the bush. If what Vannan stated before to them was true, then he will show it here and now. "Curiosity. You said that you wanted to learn more about us, so, here is your opportunity to do so. For our desire resides within this world." Yes, it was in the world of the living. The home that was formed in Hueco Mundo was only known to them when they first awakened, but not before. Something happened just as the Septima theorized.

He seemed to be comfortable with Shiryou, so things were going in the right direction. However, it would be up to the man to decide for himself. "Offer. We will provide sufficient compensation as well for your assistance. Such as terminating an individual that displeases you some how, or aiding you in some means?" To her own dismay she would rather keep away for the individual as much as possible, but they needed him. The use of a guide was an absolute to help avoiding further confrontation with some of the races and to serve as a guide as well.

She stood a few feet away from the flirting pair, leaning against the back of the couch as she spoke. Still apathetic to the situation itself Iraishin knew she had to put the odds further into their favor. In which she began to approach the pair to lean forward with both hands on each of his knees to support herself, "Advertise. What would Vannan like in return?"

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Vannan kept a straight face as Shiryou said that she wanted to spend some time with him after what happened at the beach. It really was nice to hear that Shiryou didn't want to fight or hurt him. Before he could even speak he felt her tug one of his arms into betwixt her breasts. His face flushed slightly as she rubbed the bandages on his hand. Shiryou was sweet, she meant well and he could see that, he wondered if she knew what she was doing and how flirtatious it was in a normal situation. Not that he could say he wasn't a flirt himself, however Shiryou's way of doing it was so simple and naive that it threw him off. Yet he couldn't lie the way she made him feel was nice.

“No Shiryou I am not hurting anymore you've made it so it doesn't hurt. It's ok for a while you can touch me without hurting me.” One of Vannan's eyebrows raised up as he heard what Iraishin said about her sister. That's when the meaning of Shiryou's words dawned on him fully, she was so sweet and seemed naïve that he didn't think that Shiryou was hinting at that act with him. He was rather taken back at the idea, he leaned into Shiryou and smiled as he felt her getting close to him. Vannan's arm that currently wasn't between Shiryou's bosom reached over to brush some hair out of her face. “You're so cute Shiryou.”

As Iraishin started to speak he tilted his head to rest on Shiryou's head. He smiled and listened to her words. Her words always came off so strict and serious, all business from her and nothing more. Yet if what he had been told about the twins it made sense for her to be like this. A business deal was all she wanted from him, they wanted protection and she was willing to offer something in return for him keeping them safe. It made a bit of sense, arrancar's walking around the human world would draw unwanted attention. If he was there then at least he could talk down any human world beings and make it seem as if he was dealing with them if shingamis showed up. What shocked him was how she was going about this she asked him what he wanted, again hinting at some other action.

He bit his lip as she started towards him with her hands on her knees there was something in front of her path which caused her to trip and fall onto him he smiled and tried to keep her from hitting her head on something. His arm that wasn't currently being held by Shiryou was now holding her as she had fallen into his lap. “Watch your step Iraishin, I don't want you to be hurt.” She had landed in a position where she was sitting with her face right next to his chest. With his head leaning on Shiryou he kissed Shiryou's cheek and smiled before pulling Iraishin close to him and speaking. “All I want is to get closer with the two of you, so how about we stop being so serious and enjoy the time we have?”

Vannan was happy having Shiryou and Iraishin around him, this was a real treat, bliss. If they really did just want to make amends then he was happy to do so. “Look they have a hot spring here so how about we all go into the springs?All of us can enjoy the hot water and you can tell me more about what the two of you are looking for.” Vannan pulled his arm away from Shiryou and gently moved Iraishin off of his lap. Standing up he took off his jacket and then looked back at the two of them on his bed. “Don't think I don't appreciate the offer that both of you made, but... to be honest if we did end up doing that I wouldn't feel right taking it as payment. I would rather do something like that with the person I care about, but that doesn't mean that you two can't be that person.... Actually I wouldn't mind that even if most of the time it would cause me pain.”

After speaking he simply grabbed a towel and headed towards the springs. There was a locker room where he could get undressed. With only a towel wrapped around his waist as his only clothing he had on he stepped into the water. No longer did he have any signs of being burnt besides his hand as he made sure to slowly let it enter the water not wanting to irritate the damage done to his skin any further. The springs were empty besides him and hopefully the twins soon. By the time he heard the sounds of the twins joining in the water, he was already resting against an edge with the water coming up to his lower abdomen. “Nice to see that the two of you joined me.”

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

"Onsen, Onsen, Onsen it's the place for me." Vannan invited the pair to venture into the hot spring with him, and the Fraccion couldn't be any happier. He ventured ahead of them but didn't want to keep waiting any longer than what was needed. Everything was flowing smoothly up to the point where she had to choose what to wear for the occasion. Rggghhh, so frustrating. How can something so trivial be so infuriating? Honestly, like she can battle Quincies, Hollows, and other spiritual beings, but choosing the proper outfit to don was like a life or death scenario. Her own outfit but lose the skirt and shackles, a towel, or go bare? What was she to choose?

"Pointless. He is not interested in you Shiryou." Gggrrrrrrr, Iraishin's big mouth and cocky attitude struck more than a nerve. "And what would you know?" A simple gesture of tapping of the head was more than enough for Shiryou to understand what she meant. Again, infuriating. Iraishin proceeded on to the spring with a solid white towel wrapped around her, while Shiryou went on with her chest piece and black laced and towel around her waistline. Wonder what she planned on wearing? Does not matter since she was going to have fun anyhow. No need for a dressing or locker room, she was stripped down to her intend appearance before walking out closely behind her egotistical sister.

Through the sliding doors a rush of warm steam splashed across the twin forms to reveal what seemed like paradise. Or at least a small form of it. A 10 foot height bamboo strung fence concealed the wet stone courtyard with a pair of decorative trimmed trees, outlined but small lump stones and leveled grass. Each one on the far sides of the yard with small corner for rinsing station for the body, and the spring itself in the center. Along with it, Vannan resting comfortably in it. “Nice to see that the two of you joined me.” Shiryou couldn't be anymore gitty. "How is the water?

Hands purposely planted on her hips while her twin's were crossed behind her. "Is there room for another, Vannan?" Anxious and excited the female Arrancar skipped the station and leaped straight into the spring with the man. Finally, some quality time with Vannan. What could she say really, she was clingy. Actually, it is quite nice that he is spending time with her... err.. or them. Once more she chest rested against his arm, "Yaaayyy, finally, time with Vannan." She would chuckle lightly as she snuggled closely with the man, "Vannan, what would you like to know about Shiryou? Shiryou would tell you anything." What can she say, she was excited, "Agreed. What is it that the Quincy wishes to know of, for the place we seek is located by a large mountain with a white tip. This place, this land does contain one such as that, but do not know what it is called or where it is?"

Once again Iraishin was spoiling the mood with her talk with Vannan, "Iraishin, baka. We are trying to have a good time, and don't think "business" talk is going to help." The curves of her bust pressed more firmly with his arm in between. "Assumption. The Quincy asked us a question back in the room, and so I am asking what he desires to know. Besides, she cold see what her sister was eying, nearly caused a vein to pop, "I don't think your child like figure would please anyone."

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"Well, those useless mounds of fat are just dead weight and are only for show." Of course, the only thing that she can make fun of, "Lol. Shiryou is so stupid that my chest size is the only thing she can find to make fun of." Honestly, Shiryou always aimed for her chest when ever it came down to insults. Iraishin is intelligent, good looking, and honest. If there was something she did not like or was not interested in, than she let them know without even holding back in fear of hurting someones feelings. Not having a heart did had its own pros aside from the cons, which enables her to many things that a shy emotional wreck like Shiryou couldn't do.

"Memory. Like the Octavo Espada, Cierro, with Lady Asuka, men tend to favor women with adult figures." Continuing on with brief swing of the hips as she disrobed the white towel from her naked figure, leaning against the free shoulder of the Quincy. "Trade. We will tell Quincy what he wishes, and he can tell us why he does not want to hurt the enemy of the Quincy, and why, an individual such as him would join the Quincy." He asked and so she will deliver. Quite frankly, this was some what enjoyable. Aside from the Hollow hole located where their hearts would be, and the Hollow fragment that hugged onto an eye. Iraishin on the right, and Shiryou on the left. Aside from the obvious, their entire interaction could be seen as a....

A flush of hot pink enveloped her cheeks as the thought circulated around her head. How strange, for the first time it was as though she felt something. It never donned on her to what something like that would be like, it never crossed her mind as a matter of fact. She coudln't help but peel away as she pondered for a cause. Perhaps it was eing around the Quincy or something of the sort. Hhmmm, like a senseless idiot, like Shiryou, in fact. Just what could it be, "You are drifting my dear." Her eyes widened as the faint whisper entered through her ear, more troublesome than anything else,"Hey Iraishin, wipe that stupid look off your face because he is mine." Shiryou's useless banter shook the Fraccion from her thought and back into reality.

"Ignoring. Children should play in the kitty pool and let the adults converse." She didn't know what happened but she will continue with what they were discussing before, and hopefully things will resume as they were, "Answer. Is that alright with you, Vannan?" she continues with her monotone voice, hoping that things continued onward. Wait, what did she just say?

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Vannan was glad to see the twins and even more shocked to see what they were wearing. Iraishin seemed to only be wearing a towel which given how reserved she was he had assumed she was going to wear a bathing suit, Shiryou had on some of her clothing along side a towel wrapped around her as well. He did like the fact that both of them had decided to come in. Sure he had invited both of them to come, but he didn't know if both would. Resting in the warm water he heard Shiryou ask if there was room for one more in there. There clearly was room, but he didn't get a chance to say something before she moved into the water.

With her wrapped around his arm once more he blushed a bit before smiling at her choice of words. “It's nice to spend time with you too Shiryou, I enjoy your company.” Vannan ran his free hand through her hair resting it on her face gently before she spoke to him once more this time asking him what he wanted to know about her. He had a question, however before he could speak Iraishin interjected telling him the answer to the question he had before. Which caused him to pull his hand away from her face and turn to face Iirishin. The twins were looking for a mountain with a white tip. The only one he could assume it was would be Mt Fuji. A symbol of Japan to the outside world and a very popular location to paint or take pictures of.

He was going to tell the twins what he assumed would be the location they were thinking of, but the two of them started to argue back and forth. He just sat there in the water as they flung insults to one another. Shiryou insulting the fact that Iraishin had bigger breasts than she did, while Iraishin poked fun at Shiryou having smaller breasts and a child like frame. As this went on he sighed, the two of them were sisters and they should be fighting like this. It reminded him of the few times he got into an argument with his own little sister, yet no matter how bad it got he always apologized and gave up to make her happy.

What caught his attention was the fact that Iraishin disrobed herself entirely and stood there in front of him for a moment without anything covering her body. He wasn't going to lie, it was a great sight to see and an easy way to get his attention. However it seemed so out of place for her to do, this whole situation did, at least to him, he saw Iraishin as cold and collective and not one to strip clothing and go nude in front of a man. Then she asked a question that struck him as more her style, asking why he had joined the Vandenreich and why he didn't want to hurt the twins. The first part was easy to answer, the second one not so much.

With each of the twins on one of his sides he couldn't help but to pull his arms out of their grips and rest them around their necks so his hands rested on their arms. Trying to keep them from going at one another and to also let them cling onto his chest if they wanted to. Shriyou's comment about Vannan being her's caused him to let out a small chuckle, not because it was a silly idea, but at the fact that she saw him as her's already. It was a sweet thing for her to say, even if she didn't know how sweet it was. With Iraishin's last comment Vannan sighed again this time loud enough for the two to them to hear it clearly.

“You two shouldn't fight so much, you're sisters, family not enemies. If I had the time to spend it with my own sister I wouldn't fight with her." Vannan looked at both of them as he spoke trying to keep eye contact with at least one as he did so. A task a bit harder given that both were on opposite sides of the other. He had a lot to say so he was thinking as to what to say first. “Mt. Fuji, you two are looking for a Mountain with a white tip, well Fuji is the one I can think of. Shiryou you say that I am yours, but what do you mean by that?” While he waited for Shiryou's answer he turned back to face Iraishin. “I'm not going to lie, I do like you being all over me, but don't push yourself to do something you don't want to do, it's not cute, and the both of you are extremely cute.”

“As for why I am in the Vandenreich, I don't like to talk about it too much. So for now maybe understand that I have to be in it for a good reason. Why don't I want to harm you two, well it's not a big secret I have a thing for cute girls. That's why I didn't want to harm you two and after getting to know you two a bit better I am glad I didn't I do enjoy both of your company.” Vannan was hoping that this moment would last for a eternity.

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

He told her that she was cute, and that he didn't want to her hurt. Awwww, how sweet. The immediate response were the blushing of the cheeks followed by the childish squealing that she held back from the series of compliments. The combination of the hot air and spring water didn't help her condition any further. Instead, it only made her more flustered with the dumb found expression across her face. To her own surprise that Vannan mentioned that he had a sister. That alone was able to break her away from her away from herself, and to wonder who this sister had was. "Oh oh, who is your sister? Where is she? What does she look like, and how come she is not with you? Oh please tell me I wanna know."

She did want to know more about her, since he was speaking to her about her own cold hearted sister Iraishin. But then, he shocked her by requesting what she meant by 'being her's.' To actually think about it, um, what did it mean to be someone's? "Good point Mister Vannan, what does it mean to belong to someone? Like, my heart beats faster, when you are around, and I do feel more happy too." She cheers on. Knowing that he has a sister and to find out what it means to belong to someone, and to add on to that, she was spending time with the man in a hot pool with no one around. What more could she ask for? Well, besides Miss Asuka.

Everything was going well until he began to speak to Iraishin. Saying that she didn't need to do anything to win him over, and that she was not cute at all for trying to be something that she isn't. To true to true. "You tell her Mister Vannan," she clung onto his arm once more before she continued on, "Iraishin always acts like she is smart because she has a big brain, but sadly, she directed a single finger to her chest, she has no heart to speak of. She is a cold hearted monster who would care for no one but herself. And no matter what happens she will never smile, laugh, or cry. How sad really." Looking up to the pair with a smirk, she knew that landed a blow to her other half.

"Mister Vannan, it is okay to not to pay attention to her. It is fine since she does not feel anything at all, like a doll." she chuckles in delight. Iraishin only remained silent. Heh, this time Shiryou would win and Iraisihin in defeat. But, if she won, why is it that she felt pain from the bottom of her heart?

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"Mount.... Fuji..?" The name did sound familiar to her, but nevertheless it was a good point to start their search at. The next clue was, "... a village. Some form of town.. land with buildings... at the base of the mountain. Small." Her head couldn't hurt more from what little she was able to go on with. She nearly had to force herself to search through the fragments of memory and dreams that could define their calling. "If we could locate that patch of land, then perhaps we will finally be able to," it was not shortly after her thoughts were slipping into reality when the Quincy spoke again.

This time it was about her committing acts against her own will. How redundant that thought was. Even more idiotic is that he favored them because of their looks. Truly this man knew nothing of common sense or how to think logically. That very means of thinking will only get him killed, "Ludicrous. You could not bring harm due to some infatuation you have with us. Such ignorance is the way of a fool." Not only that, but he surely had a big ego as well. "Narcissist. You surely have such an interesting means to see yourself, and it is obvious that you favor in stroking your own ego. Simple. I do what only allows us to progress to our overall goal. Furthermore..." before she was able to continue on her simple minded sister decided to butt in once more.

The information that the Quincy shared with them, such as enjoying their 'company' and that he himself had a sister would be useful. If only her sister could keep her mouth shut long enough to discover what more she could use to have him side over with them rather than his own kind. Shiryou's words never did effect Iraishin before. She knew it was only foolish banter from an idiot, and was only led astray due to her rampaging emotions that she could not control. In many ways Shiryou failed to be an Arrancar with dignity and composure. But, at the same time, she was somewhat... "Like a doll.... No heart..." Why? Why is it now that the Fraccion swelling inside?

Vannan annoyed her to no ends. His methods and acting were nothing more than foolish machoism. A man with nothing than mindless bravado. 'A player' if she were to refer to him as. Similar to that despicable Espada Cierro. The two did irritate her for a reason, resulting into what seemed like a trigger to what lied dormant within her hollow frame. For once she broke out of her norm, "I hate you..... Her eyes concealed by the bangs of black hair for the briefest of moments before meeting the gaze of her significant other half. "I hate you so much... I wished that you never existed."

Why? "If you were not around, then I would have already found the answers we sought out."Why?! "If you did not exist, then perhaps I would be able to feel something for once." She hated? Despised her sister? Why were these thoughts coming into her mind, only to be blurted out without thinking. Were they truly her own words? How much her heart ached from each syllable that escaped her lips. Was this what it meant to feel something? She could only caress her bare chest as her fury grew to be matched by her narrowed eyes, and snarling attitude.

"I.. despise your existence. If you did not exist, then perhaps... I would be whole." Every second that passed by was like a year of suffering and pain. "Why, does my chest hurt so much?"

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Vannan didn't expect to get the onslaught of questions from Shriyou about his sister. Sure he would like to share more information with them about his sister, but in a moment, right now he just wanted to enjoy the water and their company. So he simply listened to her speak her mind about what she thought she meant when she said he was her's. It a a cute, to hear it, to him it sounded like she was a school girl with a crush on him. It was adorable for him to think that even arrancars could have school girl crushes. That being said he wasn't going to deny that he did have one on the two of them as well.

Sadly his attention was split between both of the twins so he couldn't answer all of their questions. He did hear that Irashin wanted to find the path, and he was more than happy to help them, he even knew that they were close by to Mt. Fuji and if they wanted to the three of them could go and explore. Irashin's reaction to him saying his reason as for not wanting to fight them was actually expected. It seemed more natural to him to hear that from her then her trying to charm him with her body. He shrugged off her comments as her being just cold, that was till Shiryou started up again.

His smile faded as he heard Shiryou call Irashin so many mean things. “Stop that Shiryou.” He spat out but it seemed as his words were too late. Irashin started off spouting mean things back at Shiryou. Wishing that her sister never existed and that she was always getting in the way. Vannan held himself back until he couldn't any more. Just as she was asking why her chest hurt he shouted out. “Both of you enough!” His tone was filled with anger, something that the twins hadn't experience from him before. He had gotten up from sitting back and looked at the two of them.

“The both of you need to stop fighting now!” The tone of his voice was stern and demanding. His words weren't a simple sugestion, it was an order, not that he had the right to order them around, but in his rage he just said it out loud. “You two are siblings. You should be helping one another not trying to hurt the other. My god I don't get it, from what I know arrancar don't have any family, yet here you two are sisters and what do you two do? Fight all the time why?” Even thought he was mad his eyes if the twins looked held a look of sadness. He was upset that twins couldn't get along.

While he was angry he could also understand that Irashin was also very upset at her sister. He wrapped both arms around her and kissed her on the lips softly before pulling away. However Vannan wasn't doing just a kiss, he had pulled back a memory of joy and happiness. He was going to infuse the emotions that the memory had into the water right around Irashin. He was able to do this because of his special tech called Geschenke mit Speicher that allowed him to take emotions from his memories and implant them into objects. This one he picked was the water around her so it would be a diluted effect as the water would eventually blend with the other water in the springs, eventually the affected water would be so diluted that there wouldn't be a reaction to anyone else. This would cause her to feel a bit of happiness and joy at the same time she got a kiss. He hoped that this would at the very least calm her down a bit or keep he stunned enough to collect her thoughts.

Shiryou being so clingy would for sure be a bit jealous so he had to respond fast. Vannan didn't want to pull away from the kiss, but he had to. Looking at Shiryou he ran a hand through her hair before kissing her softly on the lips as well. The kiss was a quick one before he smiled and said. “Don't be too jealous Irashin got the first kiss.” Looking back at Irashin he sighed before moving away from the two of them. “Once you two have calmed down come find me.”

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

"But Vannan, she started it..." He was defending her after all that she has done to them. Each and every quarrel began due to Iraishin's efforts, never really feeling out the situation. In a sense, she felt betrayed when he rushed over to her twin's side. Even more so when the pair locked lips for a few moments, but in her eyes, those moments were the longest she had ever felt. Looking back to what the Quincy spoke about, why did they always fight, and that they were "family?" How strange it was considering that Hollows and Arrancars never had families.

Weren't families suppose to be close nit groups that shared a deep connection with each other. She couldn't to be honest. So, did it mean that what he said was true? In fact, during their time in Hueco Mundo there were never really others that appeared to share such bonds. Well, the closest thing to bonds was the kind that the Espadas had with their Fraccion and other underlings. Even so, that didn't make them family, and aside from that both Shiryou and Iraishin were polar opposites of the other. Although they do share a few similarities, like their appearance and the such, but, beyond that... nothing.

No matter, the Fraccion didn't have thoughts on the matter at all, she was more concerned with what was transpiring before her. Their lips were touching along with a strange light. Her focus keen on that very scene, followed by the rush of various emotions. Anger, sorrow, envy, betrayal, far from mere jealousy, as though Vannan was leaving her. A warmth sensation overlapped the curves of her small lips did not sway her mind from the maelstrom manifesting from within her hollowed body. This sensation deafened her ears and what remained of her empty mind, she couldn't even hear what he said to her.

The pair of empty eyes could only track the man as he turned to step away from the spring, all she could do was reach out for him. "Please, don't go... The distance grew between them ever so slowly, to only reflect a distant image to would appear to be another man. Someone she knew? As the blur came into focus, it was obvious that this image was indeed a familiar face and only one word described him, ....pappa." The last word she could mutter before the void from her own birth enveloped her.

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How could they not fight? A foolish question. But as she desired nothing more than to answer such nonsense, the entire issue was neutralized by a simple kiss. Flesh against flesh followed by a rush of a foreign sense of warmth and confusion. Vannan's actions were strange to her after her little rant of anger, and even when she was already bewildered as to what was happening to her, the man decided to push another series of problems unto her. Not that she knew what a kiss was, but to actually go about it and to understand what it feels to go through with it were absolutely different. He should have known better to do such a thing to someone who could not feel anything.

Even as her mind began to fade, the clear water around her reflected the what could be the man's memories. Smiling faces and to what appeared to be a "good time" in his eyes surely made the Fraccion felt more empty. At times Iraishin had caught herself to ponder as to what it would be like to have emotions. To set aside reason and just follow what her instincts would tell her to do, like Shiryou. But at lass, she couldn't, they couldn't. They were polar opposites of each other, two conflicting sides searching for a means to coexist. Reminding herself of that fact only made her acknowledge that they were hollow, in every sense of the word.

The color in her eyes faded as a familiar darkness rose from the depths of her fragmented soul, only to watch the man walk away. Through their connection, Iraishin could only respond in the similar manner that her sister did, to see what could be another glimpse of the past of someone they knew, and reinforced by the one coming forth, "..pappa." she muttered in tangent with her twin, suffering the same fate as she did.

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Finally, a breath of fresh air. Had been a while since she was able to stretch her tired spirit, and finally rid herself of the twins for some time. She couldn't be more happier than she is now since she would be able to advance her progress further than what the two could have ever done. Not that she didn't mind sitting in the background for some time, but prolonging their progress with such nonsense of flirting and mingling with a lowly human being. Iraishin, guiding the pair in the direction to the "key" that would set her free, while Shiryou pushed the two forward. Both with their pros and cons, however, in the end all that there could ever he was her.

Shinzui felt the sly smile form across her face as the man continued on his merry way, sending the body of Shiryou to go fetch her guest. Having her body cling onto him from behind with Shiryou's chipper glee, burying its face into his bare back, "Please stay with me Vannan, I won't fight with Iraishin anymore." A dark snicker creep out from the space between them, and regardless of his response it would be the other body that would respond at its bangs concealed the narrowed eyes and faint smile, "Why do we you ask? The answer is quite simple." The anticipation was utterly stimulating, and watching his expression could only excite her even further, "It is because the two girls are nothing more than fragments. Incomplete beings." the two girls respond as a single individual.

Pools of murky black eyes only gave the piercing yellow irises more of their appeal, and the Quincy were to look back down at other, he will only find the same set of eyes looking up at him with the similar smile. Iraishin's body would seat itself on the far end of the spring, dripping the warm water onto her arms from the palm of her hand, "How absurd that you continue to cling onto such dolls, even after all that was done to you and to them." Really, the Quincy continued to play arrogant despite the truth that was before. "Despite of what you plan on doing with them, it will never be so, as long they remain as they are. And we both know that will never be so."

The man will most likely comment and argue on their behalf as he has done before on the beach, but it is only proper to hear him out regardless of what he spoke of. So, she will listen quietly fixing her posture by crossing her bare leg over the other with the same smile she wore before. Shinzui was actually enjoying her time at the spring as she ordered the other body to dial for a meal, "Shiryou, why don't you retrieve us something exquisite to consume." she commands. "So do tell me on how you plan on to 'help' them Vannan? For even you must know that in the end there can only be one," a snicker seethed from the partially parted lips.

Like a symbol of proof that her exist was as real as her presence was, a trio of pale white tails began to emerge, slowly sprouting from the end of her tail bone. The same with departing Shiryou, even if the man were to stop her, the strength the single body possessed would still be able to out muscle him to dial numbers to order an attendant to their room. She didn't need to speak, only just press a sequence of numbers, then another set of numbers corresponding to a menu order. Shinzui was indeed planning to enjoy all of the services here at the springs, including a few rare delicacies. "So, should your grand scheme comes to an hopeless end, then why don't you come and serve me Quincy, and I will ensure that you receive everything that you desire."

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Vannan didn't hear Shiryou's words of Irashin starting the fight, he didn't care the two of them shouldn't really be fighting. He stopped briefly as he heard the two of them say papa, it was an odd choice of words to say at the moment and the fact that both of them said it at the same time was strange. Vannan didn't think too much of it, as he was still enraged from what had happened before his eyes. There wasn't anything stopping him from leaving the water, that was till he felt arms wrap around him.

He could feel someone holding him from behind, she was pushed up against his back and he could feel her endowments rubbing against his back. She pleaded with him not to leave and that she wouldn't fight anymore with her sister. It was a wonderful feeling to have her around him ,but he didn't just want words from her he wanted to see actions, a truth that held more than just words. Irashin started to speak as well being cold as normal, nothing new here yet what finally caused him to turn was the twins speaking in unison and in a different tone and voice than before. One he had heard when he fought the two of them, their “true” form.

He looked back at Shiryou and saw her eyes darken and slowly a tail form. It was Shinzui or at least she was controlling the twins. It wasn't as if she was there physically, well not totally there physically. Her eye color and her tails did appear on his lovely twins. It filled him with so much rage to hear her voice and to see her interrupting the three of them just to tease him. Vannan was about to punch one of the twins as he heard Shinzui call the twins dolls again. He was about ready to lash out, but he knew that he wouldn't be harming the one speaking but instead the two he cared about.

Vannan didn't speak as he was holding back from letting his tongue give her a lashing. He didn't want to fight he hoped that maybe she would just leave quickly like before. However once she insisted on one of the twins ordering food he knew that she was here to stay and her words stung, “there can only be one.” For some reason he didn't want to accept the fact that the twins weren't complete yet in the back of his mind he knew that it was true. If they were whole one would vanish and one would stay. He didn't want to think about that though.

He didn't try to stop Shiryou's body from moving instead he just missed the feeling of her holding onto him as she left. He looked at what was Irashin's body sitting down in the water acting as if she wasn't doing anything wrong. A pit began to form in his stomach as she had the audacity to say he should serve her. Yet still he kept his calm and undid his hands which had balled up into fists the entire time she had been talking. Slowly stepping towards her he spoke. “I have no idea how I plan on helping them... really I just want to spend more time with them. I do like them even if you insist on calling them dolls. They both have their strong points I think it might do you some good to see that.”

Once he was in front of her he walked passed her and sat down next to her placing one arm around her neck and letting it rest there. “So given that it's like this now, why don't you tell me more about yourself.” Even if from the outside Vannan looked calm and collected he was struggling so hard to not attack her and try to get the twins back. While he would listen to what she said he wasn't happy with her at all.

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

It had appeared as though she managed to get under his skin. The small gestures that the man had made, the tightening of the fists and sudden change in behavior, it was clear that he was in some form of turmoil inside. The Quincy kept a strong front as he continued to remain calm while speaking to her, however, she knew better. The sly smile across her face slowly formed as he continued to speak to her about the two girls. How naive the man truly was. Both sad and pitiful in all every aspect. What was more amusing was what he attempted to do with his arm. A quick flick of one of the three tails would whip the back side of his palm while the other two formed a furry shield between the two. "Refrain from such activities with me Quincy, because I am not like the twins." she said in a disgusted tone.

He had to have known that even if the sisters were parts two pieces of her, that she herself was completely different from them. Still, the amusement displayed on her face did escape her clutches as she attempted to reel it into her cold exterior. On another note, "Your presence around them is desired since you are able to keep the two balance while they go about their business. But, it is not only that, it is the fact that you are able to keep them safe besides from the oaf they have guarding them at this time," the host gently rubs the sides of her head as she speaks of the individual, "That Adjuchas is capable of protecting them but his hunger could be the death of them as well. I can not allow that." That beast was still Hollow and not Arrancar. Those of his kind are more drawn in by the hunt, blood, and power, but most of all their hunger. She should know better than anyone else since she was there once before. "Your existence has its usefulness."

"Heh, so you believe that I 'can' something from those two girls, how charming." That coy smile remained as she spoke. It was somewhat infuriating to hear that she could learn something from two incomplete individuals. Literally, this was an insult, so she will play along for a bit, especially to a lying Quincy. "I find it amusing that you desire to spend more time with them, to get to know them, when in reality you are already spending time 'with' them." A snicker whispered from her parted lips as she stood to slowly move through the water across from the man. "I wonder how long will it take for you to understand that those two girls are me, while they are individuals who carry halves of myself inside them." Without her even realizing it Shinzui had avoided referring to the twins as pieces or fragments, but maintained a level of respect for them. In a way it would be seen as normal since she'd be making fun of herself while she did so.

"How sweet. By saying such words Quincy what you really mean to say is that you wish to spend time with me." She knew what her words meant. For her to be so ignorant, to be so selfish in demanding the acknowledgement of others around her, it meant to be alive. In a way she felt disgust for herself, which forced back the smile she had for a moment before regaining her composure once more. "Now, as to your inquiry about myself, before your distasteful gesture, I will answer, however, only certain questions I will provide answers to. So, please do ask." Her three tails coil around her bare figure. A single tail resting on the pale skin of her lap as the other two sway side to side behind her.

While conversing with the man Shinzui had already answered the door when the room attendant came to deliver the food for the guests. Just as specified the one that arrived was a woman. To her surprise that the door would have opened on its own for her to enter, when in reality Shiryou's body escorted the unaware attendant inside. Of course the woman herself would recognize that the male guest would be in the rear where the onsen was located. She announced her presence before venturing further to knock on the screen door to alert them that the food was ready to eat. Shinzui smiled.

"I hope you are hungry for I am famished," she turned her glance over her shoulder as a woman's silhouette manifested through the paper screen double door. In Vannan's eyes another silhouette is seen standing beside the woman's figure with the three tails drawing closer to her. Iraishin's exposed eye returns to Vannan for Shinzui to speak once again, "I hear that the delicacies here are quite delicious." Like a fox her tongue merges from her sly smile to lick the side of her palm, never removing the man from her sight. Her intention was obvious as Shiryou's exposed tails creep closer to the female attendant from the other side of the double door.

"I do have to say that Shiryou's hunger is quite astonishing. Possibly even greater than my own, so I am wondering if the quantity is more than what I am able to consume. Shall we test it, Vannan? Or maybe we can select something more delicious than what is presented to us?" She gave the man a choice to decide whether or not to take a bite out of her prey. Most certainly he would choose a different option considering that Quincies desire to protect humans in their own misguided way. "You desire to know a little about me, so, what do you think knowing that I share the same hunger as one of the sisters. And you can see it can you not? That I am not lying to you." Really, how could she be lying? Vannan has seen it before back at the cove with Shiryou.

That instant gave Shinzui an inquiry of her own. Possibly a means for Vannan to understand a little bit more about herself. To say the very least, "Tell me Vannan, you spoke about your sister yes?" Yes, she recalled that he mentioned his sister earlier before, so, "Answer me this. If your organization placed the life of your sister in the hands of another individual, knowing if something happened to that individual, would cost your sister her life..... her single eye narrowed. Not in cold manner nor in hate or anger, but as a woman whose life was constantly being gambled away, "..what would you do? Would you allow it to remain as such, to sit idly and watch this individual gamble with your sister's life on a daily basis?" That was her question to him, and so the Arrancar sat still to await his response.

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Vannan's eyes twitched a bit after Shinzui's tail flicked his arm way from wrapping around her. He wanted to try to get some physical contact with her hoping that maybe she would drop her attitude, however given the way she reacted he doubted that she would. A small sigh came out as she gave him a condescending order to not to touch her. Still he learned a few new things about the twins, as the fact that they have a guardian in Hueco mundo, something that never crossed his mind given how strong they were and the power that they held together when they summoned Shinzui. However it was nice to hear that at the very least Shinzui wanted him around the twins, even if it was to keep them safe, which was fine by him he did want to keep them safe, even if just being around them was a danger to his own life.

Again he had to listen to her say that the twins were just parts of her, however this time he noticed that she wasn't saying it in a demeaning way. He was taken back for a bit and let out a chuckle as Shinzui started to walk away from him. "How sweet. By saying such words Quincy what you really mean to say is that you wish to spend time with me." Vannan smiled and without missing a beat he responded back, “Well you are all that is amazing of the twins rolled into one person.” He wasn't lying about that, she really was, however he did still prefer the twins over her as they both had their own quarks that made them so interesting to talk with and be around. Though he hadn’t spent too much time with Shinzui to even get to know her.

Vannan couldn't help but to watch as Irashin's body sauntered off the tails swaying as she walked. He was after all a guy and who in their right mind could resist watching a beautiful girl walk away, much less one with fox tails. He didn't have to admit it, however he had always found the idea of a kitsune very sexy and it seemed that the twins, or at least Shinzui was part or mimicked one. Sure they were an arrancar, but beauty knows no race, it simply presents it's self as a gift to all no matter who they are. Some abuse it while others forget that they do have beauty in them. However the sight he was looking at was interrupted by her telling him she will answer any question she wants. He chuckled again as she reminded him of Irashin.

He did have a question for her, however it was stopped by her actions towards the waitress. He didn't want to see blood spilled all over this place, well at least human blood. If it was a hollow or another arrancar he wouldn't mind it, but not an innocent human. Her words made him worry even more as he knew that Shiryou at one point did want to eat him. Looking into her eyes he dropped the act of being nice. An easily angered look came across her face as he shouted out “NO!” The word didn't come off as he was in a panic, but more of an authoritative tone with anger behind it. His eyes filled with rage towards Shinzui not wanting her to even dare to do that to the poor waitress. Why was it that each time she took one step forward to getting him to like her that she took three steps back.

“You harm that girl and I promise you that I will no longer help the twins.” Vannan in a rage stepped out of the water and over to Shinzui. Looking her dead in her eyes he was well over a foot taller than her so he had to look down on her. “I swear Shinzui I thought you were better then that, I guess I was wrong.” Vannan opened the door and told the woman to just leave the food there. Slamming the door after she placed the food down. His gaze still filled with anger towards Shinzui. So much so that the moment he heard her question he lashed out at her. He ended up punching the wall right next to her face his own face was less than an inch away from hers.

“NEVER SPEAK ABOUT MY SISTER AGAIN.” Vannan really wanted to let out his rage towards her, but he knew that it wouldn't solve anything. Hurting her would only lead to pain for the twins. Vannan bit down on his lip and sighed as he lowered his head and stepped away from her turning his back to her. “Sorry.... I shouldn't of snapped... to answer, I would never entrust my sister to anyone who I couldn't trust myself. I would sooner die before I would let someone unfit protect her. She is all I have.... her and I hope the twins.”

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

Just listening to the Quincy rant about wanting the Arrancar to spare the girl, his pleading for a person whom he never had met before was down right intoxicating. However, she still couldn't help but feel that she would be able to go through with it. So due to his pleading her sudden appetite was at a loss, resulting in Shiryou's body stepping away from the young woman. But more over was his response to her what she inquired before, about his sister, and his response was exactly what she would expect for someone with precious family to be like. "Then, you should understand how I feel about the situation that I am in, to entrust my life in their hands." Her tone was still soft while Shiryou made her way back as she sank her small fangs into slice of roast beef that was left on the fine ceramic plate.

"So, knowing that, do you believe that it is fair Vannan?" He did snap moments before but did not seem to faze the woman at all. Her eyes were trained on him from what he could see, as her fingers traced the curves of one of her four tails over her lap. "You care much about your sister's life as much as I care for my own safety, and seeing that our lives are being gambled by an unforseenable variable, I do not believe that I am not unjust in my greed or desire to become whole again." Her eyes narrowed as she was reminded that Vannan did not really know her, for he only peered into parts of who she was through the pair. She sighed, "And seeing as that you care for them, wouldn't you want them to remain safe? I can ensure their safety. Besides.." her words ceased for a single to fix her sights onto the man, .. you are a Quincy after all, so wouldn't it mean that one day. Iraishin's piercing eyes narrowing onto the man ..you will probably kill them and me."

That was the real question even when they were somewhat bonding. Shinzui shared a similar fear that the man had for his dear sister. To deny her would mean to deny his sister as well. They shared a common fate them two. So like an Empress the four tailed woman sat silently returning her gaze to her soft delicate tail. Her tone was still soft to reflect her level of respect for the man, which was as far as she could throw him, which was pretty far based on her level of strength, or simply the desire to rid herself of him if need be. Thinking of the many outcomes, having Vannan by her side did have its advantages as she thought of before, but would be good if they were to team up. For an Arrancar of her strength, her power was still growing into something that could be feared, and for an enemy of her kind to provide her aid, that could pose a serious danger to him and the other Quincies in the future.

"Either way Vannan, with or without your assistance I will return to my former self one day, and the two will perhaps become nothing more than a memory. You fight to protect what you hold dear as do I, but as of now I seek what calls to me in this world." Her desire could not be ignored and had to be fulfilled. This calling was something important to her and drew all of her attention. She had to find out what it was, and why it was calling her? She had to....

OOC: sry for the lame post.... working off my funk XD.

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Vannan listened to what Shinzui had to say after he saw that she didn't cause any harm to the woman who was coming to deliver food. He let out a deep breath and waited till she stopped talking before he would say anything. Sitting back down in the water he simply watched her eat the roast beef. She was making good points about everything, yet he didn't want to admit it just yet that she was right. Though when she said that one day he might kill her or the twins it struck him sour. He had no intention of doing so, yet it really was his nature to do so. A quincy and an arrancar can not coexist, or could they? He would want to make it so that he and they could.

Lowering his head he finally spoke out after she made mention of something drawing her into the world. At first it was a silent mutter over his breath.“You're wrong...” Looking up he gazed into her eyes his filled with a mix of sadness and fear. “You're wrong Shinzui.... I don't want to bring the twins any harm. Even though you call them fragments of yourself I see them as both the best part of you. Shiryou being your fun side and the side that wants to love, while Irashin being your logical and intelligence wanting to keep you safe. How could I bring myself to harm either one when they're just being who they are. As for you.... if I brought harm to you I would harm them as well and I don't want that.”

Vannan stepped closer to her placing one hand on her shoulder before he continued to speak. “Right now I am totally defenseless against you and the twins. My power stripped I did this on purpose so I could get to know them better. I am at your mercy right now Shizuni, do you think that this is something that someone would do so easily? Given how much I have to lose. You know I am trusting my life right now in your hands, given the strength that you have I’m sure you could easily kill me without breaking a sweat. Now that you know this I am asking you to trust me when it comes to the twins. I do like them, as much as that notion seems strange to you I generally care for them and to a degree a bit for you, even though we met on bad terms for the most part you don't seem to be a bad person, excluding the wanting to eat people part.”

Pulling his hand away from her shoulder he stepped back and sat down in front of her. “For the sake of the twins we should get along. When I told them earlier that I did want them to be my girl I meant it. When Shiryou made a comment about enjoying spending time with me I felt happy, even when Irashin pushed herself to get closer to me I was happy to see her do so. If they really are fragments of you then you should share some of the same feelings that they do shouldn't you? I can understand why you're so hesitant in trusting me, but at the same time I’ve just told you that right now you could end me and I couldn't try to stop you.” Vannan was a bit tired of trying to balance being nice and holding back what he wanted to say. He did care for Shiryou and Irashin he just hoped that Shizuni would see that. He opened up his arms and left himself totally exposed to whatever was to come next. If she attacked him he wouldn't flinch if she chose to embrace him he would close his arms around her.

[Noriko 'Asuka"]

The Quincy surely did show his resolve in wanting to be with the girls, but overall it was them that he desired, not her. Even if he did managed to find a means to desire the Arrancar without the pair, then what would it mean for them altogether, they were on opposing sides. Personally, Shinzui only saw Las Noches as a means to grow stronger and survive until she became strong enough herself, then after, the World of the Living would soon now that they too had a ruler. But first things first, she had to find what beckoned to her and discover its secrets. What was the purpose to it, and what would it mean for her personally? That said, she was utilizing the Beast King and the Quincy for that purpose.

Thus far Adrastos had proven himself to be her guardian, but what about the Quincy male that she was conversing with. Even what were meant to be sweet words she knew what he was after. If she had provided him with the results that he sought, it would mean the end of her own consciousness. She would never return back to reality. If he chose her, then the two would continue to live on as her. She immediately shook her head, for that was the end that Shinzui sought out. Vannan himself was going to happen to accept it. Still, she can test him to see further to bear witness to his resolve. Even laying defenseless before her was not enough. If anything if he wished to prove his resolve to her, then her resurrection was needed, and he had to be a part of it. That was the only way she saw it.

Iraishin's figure turned away upon witnessing the man peel his arms away from himself, "Vannan, what are you doing? You look ridiculous. Shiryou's body spoke as the husk gazed down at the man, "Besides that, if you truly wish to please both me and the twins, then lead us to the northern part of the base of Fuji Mountain, as you have described it. If you desire my trust, then that is what you must do. For once I have discovered this calling, and when I am strong enough, I shall leave Las Noches behind. For I believe when discovering the origin of this calling that it will change everything of how I may see our worlds." And that was the honest truth that Shinzui believed in. "I only have a speculation about what this calling might be, and that could perhaps be my own origin. Vannan, where do Hollows come from? How are we born?"

She recalled what the Septima had told the twins a while back. Most Arrancars are born from the power of the King of Las Noches. For the thought of it she couldn't recall its name, but from what little memory the Kyuubi was able to scrap together it had been that power that allowed a newly born Adjuchas to tear away its mask to become an Arrancar. But, the Septima never spoke about where their kind originated from. Maybe all of these things were connected somehow, including what beckoned to her. Shinzui's own mind began to tire as Iraishin's body slumped into the onsen's steaming water. Shiryou returned to devouring the meal to fill her tired spirit. Without being in her released state she found it much more difficult to retain her presence. She was growing weary.