The war was over. No more death, no more suffering, and no more hatred. Ichigo Kurosaki's victory over Yhwach marked the end of the bloody war that killed thousands of Shinigami and Arrancar alike. Light was beginning to shine on a new era of peace. For the first time in history, Shinigami and Hollow worked together as allies instead of killing one another. The next step though would be many months, if not years of rebuilding. Head Captain Shunsui would personally see Ichigo off after his time in the Seireitei was over.
"Well well Ichigo, I hope to see you again in the future eh?" Shunsui would say with a smug grin under his straw hat. Ichigo would nod into the Head Captain's direction as the Sekaimon gate opened up, shining blue rays of light outward from it's doors. "Of course," Ichigo said, "but don't give me all the credit. That victory was not mine alone, you guys all pitched in and helped me. I'm grateful to you all, especially Jushiro..." Ichigo said, softly smiling.
Captain Jushiro had sacrificed his life in the war in order for his friends and allies to claim victory. It wasn't necessarily a victory for many in the Seireitei though. He was loved by everyone, and constantly smiled, driving to aid those in need. He was truly a great man who would be missed dearly.
"We owe it to him big time," Shunsui said. "Come shoot us a call if you ever need help ok? It's the least we can do. You know, if you weren't a Substitute Soul Reaper, you'd definitely have the rank of Captain y'know?" Ichigo chuckled at Shunsui's remark. "I don't think that position suits me, too much paperwork," he'd joke. Shunsui grinned subtly and tipped his hat over his lax eyes, "Fair enough, until we meet again, eh Ichigo?" A small smile formed on Ichigo's lips as he turned his back to the head Captain and slowly entered the Sekaimon gate, light consuming his body until he was unseen. It would lead him to his own world once more. The fighting had ended, but Ichigo's adventure was far from over. Fate certainly had new plans for the hero of the war, Substitute Soul Reaper; Ichigo Kurosaki.
To be continued...
