Chapter 2: Hunters, Again

What do you mean they were kidnapped?

Aren't the hunters, uhh...

...our dads?

That's right. They are our despicable arch enemies, terrors who go beyond reason to steal our secret treasure.

They are the most dangerous monster hunters!

Sounds like you've grown a stronger hatred towards hunters than last time.

Are you saying you're siding with the hunters?! Do you plan to betray us not just once, but twice, Ichigo?!

Could it be possible that...you're actually in on the kidnapping as well?

What? Ichigo... You...

I just came to by the side of the road not too long ago! I didn't even know that this was happening.

You said that they were kidnapped, right? Did the hunters actually come here and attack?

That's right. We were all gathered here as usual to have our meeting.

That was when they came barging in.

Hikotsu Houtai!

We're at a disadvantage. Let's get around to the back side.

We'll go get the bombs.

Don't worry. We'll catch up to you!

Dammit. What do they want with us now? Gh... Need...blood...

Get a hold of yourself, Uryu! Run!

Panpuru! Pinpuru! Hainekkon!

Looks like we've lost them.

Yeah, for now.

Wait, where are Momo and Orihime?

Could the hunters have taken them?!

And that's why we had Rukia go get you.

Now that we have everyone here, we plan to take them back. Do you understand the situation now, Ichigo?

Yeah, I guess, but are you sure it was our dads who took them?

Renji's out searching for them. Let's meet up with him and see what he's found.

Where is Renji anyway?

I'm right here. Are you blind or something?

Right, I forgot that's what you looked like.

What's that supposed to mean? I'm a handsome looking pirate! Isn't it obvious?

You sure look like a mummy to me.

Are you trying to mock me?! Let me remind you of the heroic tales of my swashbuckling days!

Listen closely. Not that long ago, I sailed the seven seas.

We don't need to hear it right now. More importantly, we need to...er... Dizzy...

Is it just me, or has your anemia gotten worse?

I must say I agree. It's such a sorry sight.

Ryuken!

Dad!

Hey! Been a while, hasn't it, son?

Dad, did you really kidnap Orihime and Momo?

I'm not sure what you're talking about.

Don't pretend like you don't know! You took them away when you attacked us earlier!

Hmph, quite foolish of you to jump to such conclusions.

Quit your rambling. They better be safe.

We just told you we know nothing. You should listen to your elders, kid.

I see you want to play dumb.

Then I suppose we'll just have to force you to speak, if that's what it's gonna take.

Let's see about that.

Are we really gonna fight? Fine, then.

What about you, Ichigo? You haven't said anything.

Are you going to fight us too?

I'm still not quite sure of the situation, nor am I certain that you guys kidnapped Orihime and Momo.

But they're important friends of mine. If anything happens, I'll protect them.

And if I have to fight you, Dad, I'll do it as many times as it takes.

Well said! Then, bring it on, kids!