Chapter 2

What're you two fightin' about, anyhow?

Well, Shorty here started...

I told you not to call me that! My name is Byakuya Kuchiki!

Gotcha. So, you got a reason for comin' here, Byakuya?

I do. Have you seen that cat monst, or rather, Yoruichi Shihoin around here?

Nope! Tough luck!

Just shut your trap for a second, will ya!

Hey!

I haven't seen her either, but I bet Kisuke would probably know somethin'.

You need to get back to your squad already, so take this guy with you!

And why would I do that?! I'd rather keel over here and now!

I've been to that location before to deliver documents, so I'll be fine getting there on my own.

Thank you for your guidance.

Pardon me. I've come to inquire about a cat monst, Ah, Yoruichi Shihoin.

............

Um, hello...?

(This room always impresses me... But why isn't anyone responding? I can sense them in there.)

...Hm? Who's there?

Er...

Ah, you're Kuchiki's... Whoops, I must still be a little bleary, I was working on an experiment till late last night, you see.

Sorry 'bout that! So, do you have an appointment or something?

You were sleeping until this hour? Have you no pride as a captain?!

Err...

Ah, well, if you're looking for someone like that, I know a person who can help you out better than me.

Let's see... At this time of day, you should be able to find her around the plaza or the Rukon District.

(I'm not sure how I feel about leaving things in such a terrible state here, but I suppose I have little choice...)

Thank you for your help. I will head that way now.