"See, that's the fun part!" He laughed, again. Mostly due to the other's unamused reaction. "Ya come back for more punishment, like it's a treat I can dole out.~" With that, he mimed throwing a dog a bone, his smile growing rather...nasty.
ā Too bad I'd never just roll over like a dog to a bone. Every time you claw your way out, I'll always find the strength to seal you away. ā
His eyebrows furrowed, unamused by his laughter. Shame that he's the only one around to talk to.
An eyebrow rose as his mirror approached, a rather nasty smile curling his lips. "Why would I want ya gone, partner? I just want ya under my foot!" Laughter spilled from his lips as he kept his arms crossed, turning to face Ichigo directly. "It wouldn't be fun if I didn't have ya to pester.~"
ā I never think it'd be easy to put down anyone who gets in my way. ā
He retorted, stepping closer towards his more twisted other-self.
ā But, it just means I can get stronger. So don't get your hopes up about finally being rid of me. ā
"Huh!? Ya thought it'd be that easy!?" He scoffed, crossing his arms loosely in front of him, glaring at the mirror image of himself. "Every time ya swing that sword, I claw a little bit back from ya, just keep that in mind!"
ā You again?! I thought I dealt with you already! ā
At the last second, Ichigo had stepped aside, barely escaping the inevitable foot to the backside. But now, he was staring at the spirit, clearly dumbfounded.
"Tch! If ya want some noise, I'm happy ta oblige!" The spirit manifested behind him, already aiming to plant his foot on his backside and send him stumbling a few steps.
ā Okay. It's been way too quiet. What the hell's going on? ā
Holding his zanpakuto tightly, Ichigo couldn't help but stare out into the distance, unnerved by the lack of action. The silence was bothering him.
