Disclaimer: I don't own Bleach.

A/N: Well here is the first chapter of the Sequel to Change of Fate. Hope you all like it just as much as the original. I put a lot of work into this to get it out early. Though I don't know how fast I'll be able to update after this one. We'll just have to wait and see. Edit: Sorry about the formatting problems in the original post, FF wasn't working right for whatever reason.

Ichigo: It had better be fast.

Rukia: Yeah, I don't like long waits.

A/N: Well I'm just one person, I can't spend all my time writing.

Rukia: Well I say you should.

Ichigo: Me too.

A/N: Why me...

The next day, Squad 1 Barracks~

"Ichigo Shiba, you must explain how you have illegal Hollow powers, and managed to fight a Captain to a standstill." Yammamoto ordered.

Ichigo sighed heavily; he knew this day was coming.

"I doubt you will believe my story, but here it goes. I am from an alternate timeline… and I came into this one about forty years ago, along with Rukia. We have been living undercover since then, trying to avoid Aizen. My real name is Ichigo Kurosaki, and I am a Vizard, a Soul Reaper with Hollow powers." Ichigo started.

Most of the Captains looked shocked by that revelation…the noticeable exceptions being Jushiro, Byakuya, Shunsui, Yammamoto and Mayuri. The first three already knew Ichigo's story, while Yammamoto never showed his emotions like that. Mayuri…somewhat predictably…was almost drooling at the prospect of experimenting on Ichigo.

But Ichigo just continued his explanation for a few hours, before Yammamoto stopped him.

"You may go Ichigo Shiba. We will call you back once we have determined your fate." The Head-Captain said.

Ichigo nodded, and headed out to check on his sister.

Squad 4~

Ichigo was surprised to see Renji watching over his younger sister.

"Mind explaining why you are here Pineapple head?" the older Kurosaki asked.

"I was worried about her. Last time I checked that's not a crime Strawberry." Renji shot back.

"Why are you worried about Ayumi? Do you have a crush on her or something? And if you do, this is your only warning Renji…hurt her and it will be the last thing you do." Ichigo said, with a glare worthy of Byakuya.

Renji shakily nodded, before he was kicked in the back.

"What are you doing just standing there you moron, get me some food!" Ayumi said, sitting up and pushing her bangs out of her face.

"Why me? Can't you get Ichigo to do it?" Renji asked.

"Nope, that's your job Renji." Ichigo said, running away.

"Darn it!" Renji yelled, before Ayumi kicked him again, getting the redheaded Soul Reaper to move.

Two weeks after Aizen's Rebellion~

Ichigo found himself in an odd situation. He hadn't expected to have to tell his story so soon. So far, the Captains hadn't called him back yet, so Ichigo had been left watching over Rukia, and keeping an eye on Renji. He was quickly becoming an overprotective older brother, whether he wanted to or not. And it was starting to annoy Ayumi, so Ichigo avoided his sister as much as possible. Thankfully Byakuya called him over to a Captain's meeting, it seemed they had finally decided on Ichigo's fate.

And so it was that Ichigo stepped into the meeting room, surprised to see a table with a Haori sitting on it.

"Ichigo Shiba, step forward." Yammamoto said.

It turned out that even after telling them his story, Ichigo still went by Shiba. Not that he was complaining, Aizen may still have spies, and the last thing he needed was for Aizen to find out his true name.

"Your fate has been decided. Take the Haori of Squad Three, and take over as its Captain." Yammamoto said, with a hint of a smile.

Ichigo's jaw dropped, that was not what he had expected at all.

"Thank you sir." Ichigo said, bowing his head, knowing now was a good time to show some manners.

After he put on the white robe, Ichigo asked a question, "Who is to be my Lieutenant?"

And that was a good question, since after his failure to realize what Aizen was doing, Izuru had transferred over to Squad 5 to help Momo, willingly giving up his position simply because he didn't feel worthy of it any more.

"That is your choice Captain Shiba." Yammamoto said.

Ichigo took a deep breath; he knew his choice would be controversial.

"Rukia Kuchiki is my choice." Ichigo replied.

The new Captain expected a violent refusal, but he was completely wrong on that front.

"Very well, wait here for Rukia Kuchiki." Yammamoto said calmly.

Ichigo couldn't believe his ears, but he just took his position next to Soi Fon anyway. After a few minutes Rukia entered the room, still wearing a Kimono not a Shihakusho. Rukia looked around, trying to judge why she was there, but when her eye's landed on Ichigo, Rukia's mouth formed a perfect 'O' of shock at the sight of her husband in a Haori.

But that wasn't the only shock the Kuchiki received. Jushiro stepped forward and handed Rukia a cloth wrapped object. When Rukia unwrapped it, she couldn't believe her eyes…it was the Squad Three Lieutenants badge.

"Rukia Kuchiki…from this moment on you are the Lieutenant of Squad Three. Wear the badge with honor as you serve the Soul Society." Yammamoto said.

Rukia numbly nodded, as Ichigo and Jushiro patted her on the back, with Byakuya smiling in the background. The Noble had realized by now that the best way to keep Rukia safe and his promise to Hisana intact was to keep her as close to Ichigo as possible. The new Captain would kill anyone who even dared to try and hurt Rukia.

After the meeting was over, all the Captain's and Lieutenants went to say goodbye to Ayumi and the rest of the humans. When they reached the Hill, Ayumi's jaw dropped.

"They made you a Captain! I'm impressed Ichigo, even if you've been avoiding me lately." Ayumi said.

"What can I say…you were angry and I like all my limbs intact thank you very much. Still, thank you…. and Rukia was made my Lieutenant." Ichigo said back.

"Good job Rukia, hopefully you can visit sometime." Ayumi said.

Rukia nodded, "I will. Goodbye for now Ayumi."

Ayumi nodded herself, as she followed her friends through the Senkaimon, the proud owner of a Substitute Soul Reaper badge. As the rest of the Reapers moved off, Ichigo and Rukia set off for their new Squad, only stopping to let Rukia get a Shihakusho, which was a little tight on her for some reason. But she just shook that off, as they arrived at the barracks, only to be greeted by one Reaper.

"Hello, you must be Captain Shiba and Lieutenant Kuchiki." The purple haired Reaper said.

"I'm sorry I don't know you're name yet." Ichigo said, as both him and Rukia nodded a yes to the girl's question.

The other Reaper just laughed it off.

"Don't worry, people rarely notice me, despite the hair. I'm Kasumi Kakasawa, the Third Seat, but I prefer to go by Sumi." Kasumi said.

Ichigo looked his new Third Seat up and down, and was a little surprised. Despite being Ayumi's height, she was built more like Rukia. And the similarities didn't stop there. Her hair may have been purple, but it was nearly the same as Rukia's, just without the characteristic bangs. And in the right light her navy blue eyes resembled Rukia's violet orbs.

As Sumi gave them a tour of the barracks, it was Rukia who cared more. It was a very open and natural place…almost like Thirteen's… The training area was an open park with a fountain in the center. The two former Squad 13 members decided they like their new home. Finally Sumi brought them to the room where the Squad was waiting.

"I should warn you now…Ichimaru didn't talk much so he wasn't extremely popular, but Lieutenant Kira was, and the Squad took him leaving hard. So they will be a little bitter." The Third Seat said.

Ichigo and Rukia nodded and went into the room. When they saw the looks the Squad members were giving them, Ichigo and Rukia felt more than a little out of place. "Umm…hello, I'm the new Captain." Ichigo said, way more awkward then he normally would be.

"And I'm the new Lieutenant, Rukia Kuchiki." Rukia said.

But the Squad kept quiet.

"Come on guy's, don't be so mean to them!" Sumi yelled, trying to get a reaction out of the reluctant Squad.

Her words seemed to shock them into action. The Soul Reapers started to move forward and introduce themselves to Ichigo and Rukia. But both of them could tell it would take a while to earn their Squads trust.

Later that night~

"They don't like us at all do they Rukia?" Ichigo asked his wife.

Rukia sighed heavily, "Well what do you expect? Even without our reputations we are replacing their Captain and Lieutenant."

Ichigo sighed himself, "I know, but I get the feeling we're in for a long day tomorrow."

Rukia nodded, and with that the two Reapers went to sleep, not looking forward to the next day at all.

When they reached the training ground the next day, Ichigo and Rukia were surprised to see a picnic of sorts set up.

"What the…" Ichigo said, wondering what this was about.

"Hey Captain!" Sumi said, walking up.

"Do you mind explaining this?" Rukia asked.

"Well considering how the Squad acted earlier I figured a party might help them get used to you." Sumi answered.

Rukia nodded thoughtfully and walked off to socialize. Ichigo smiled at that, happy that Rukia was able to merge with the group so easily.

"Aren't you going to join her Captain?" Sumi asked.

Ichigo shook his head, "No I don't do well in crowds."

Sumi frowned at that, "I won't take no for an answer Captain."

"Hey wait, I told you no already!" Ichigo yelled, being pushed along by his fiery Third Seat.

"Oh don't be a baby, you need to get to know them eventually!" Sumi argued.

Ichigo would have argued himself, except he was suddenly surrounded by members of his (and wasn't that an odd thought) Squad.

"Umm…hello Captain, how are you doing today?" one of them asked, awkwardly.

"Okay I guess." Ichigo said, no less awkward, however odd it was for him.

"That's good, would you like some food?" one of the others asked.

"Sure." Ichigo said, but before they could move a group of screaming female Soul Reapers jumped Ichigo.

"Whoa! What is this?" the new Captain yelled.

"I believe those are the fangirls." Sumi said, looking at her helpless Captain.

"What, I have fangirls?" Ichigo yelled.

"Now that is funny King, good thing Rukia isn't the jealous type." Shiro said, laughing at Ichigo's situation.

But his talking gave Ichigo an idea. He forced Shiro out of his inner world, and drew attention to the Hollow.

"Hey, he looks like Captain Shiba." One girl said.

"Yeah but his hair looks like Captain Hitsugaya's…" another said

At the mention of the hair, the fangirls jumped off Ichigo and ran after Shiro.

"Darn it King! I'll get you back for this!" Shiro yelled, runing for his life.

"That was mean Ichigo." Rukia said, walking up.

"But oh so funny." Ichigo said back.

"Who was that, and why did he call you 'King'?" Sumi asked.

"That was my brother, he was born an albino, and likes to wear contacts, and the 'King' thing is a joke we made up a while back." Ichigo made up off the top of his head.

"Okay then, let's get back to the party!" Sumi said, to cheers from the Squad.

Ichigo was then dragged away to a table loaded with food and sake.

"Wow that is some good food." Rukia said, her stomach growling at just the sight of the table.

"Well we went all out, I want you guy's to feel welcome after all." Sumi said.

Ichigo took a sip of the sake, but he had never drank any before, and he was almost immediately drunk. So the young Captain stood up, slightly swaying.

"Thank you all for this party and for accepting me into the Squad. I hope we can continue to get alon…." Ichigo said, passing out before he could finish.

Rukia sighed, then walked over to the Captain and lugged him back up.

"Wow, he can't handle his drink can he?" Sumi asked.

"No he can't, he stayed away from it for a reason." Rukia said.

"Is he going to be okay though?" the 5th Seat asked.

"Yeah just let him sleep it off." Rukia answered.

And with that the party continued, Ichigo never once waking up.

The next morning~

"Oh man my head…what happened?" Ichigo asked, as he slowly woke up.

"You couldn't handle your drink." Rukia answered, walking into the room.

"Oh man, I passed out didn't I?" Ichigo asked.

Rukia nodded, smiling as she answered, "Yes you did, but oddly enough it made the Squad like you more. Ichimaru and Izuru never would have held that party."

"Well at least something good came out of this." Ichigo wearily said.

"Yeah but I am going to get you back over those fangirls King." Shiro said angrily.

"Sure you will, keep telling yourself that Shiro." Ichigo shot back.

But when he saw Rukia unfurl a magazine, his heart skipped a beat. Right there on the cover was a picture of him passed out under a banner of: 'Captain Shiba…meet sake."

Byakuya is going to kill me… and Kaien will never let me live that down. Ichigo thought.

Naturally when Rukia saw the picture she broke out laughing.

"Wow Ichigo, they will never let you live this down." Rukia said.

"Trust me I know shorty." Ichigo shot back, earning a kick to his shin.

"OW! What was that for?" the new Captain yelled.

"You know why Strawberry." Rukia said bac

After that, the two entered one of their many arguments.

A/N: Well here is the chapter. I hope you all enjoyed it and review. Hopefully I'll have the next one up soon, but we will see.