Chapter 9: Acting Like A Diva

Before Gin could answer Rangiku's question the spotlights on the stage flashed on and everyone went completely quiet as they saw who was on stage. Momo stared at the stage with her eyes wide, "That's Captain Aizen!" Izuru, who had been talking to Shuhei was unable to even say anything at all, pure shock on his face. Getting over his shock before his friends did, Shuhei just sighed. "That bastard has really gone over the deep end," Momo glared at him her eyes shining, "Don't you dare talk badly about Captain Aizen, he was forced to leave by Captain Ichimaru." "He made the choice on his own, no one made him do anything." Shuhei reasoned. "Captain Aizen would never willingly betray us, I know he'd never do that!" cried Momo, on the verge of tears. "Uh guys, come on. There's no need to fight," Izuru interjected, trying to stop the argument and putting his hand on Momo's shoulder. "It doesn't matter now, the damage has already been done." Rangiku interrupted, her eyes soft. "We can't change what has happened, no one was to blame because none of us ever saw this coming." Momo and Shuhei were quiet for a moment before each sitting down and waiting for Aizen to start singing. Izuru smiled in relief, "Thanks Rangiku, I thought things were going to heat up there." "No problem, I know all too well the pain that you've gone through." Rangiku answered, sadness in her soft eyes. Aizen was wearing a long glittering gold dress with black high heels and a blond wig, his make up was so badly done that he looked like a clown, and around his neck he had on a red feather boa. He put on bright red lipstick, which made his lips look twice as big as they normally were, his eye shadow was a deep purple and thickly put on, making his eyes look smaller and more sinister. For once in his life, Shunsui was lost for words. "Um, this is slightly disturbing." "I wonder if he's had too much to drink," Ukitake replied, just as shocked as everyone else. Gin chuckled, snapping some pictures before Aizen began singing. "Captain Aizen never backs out of a challenge, this is quite exciting." he thought, pleased with himself in an odd sort of way. Techno R&B music began to play through the speakers as Aizen began his song, strutting across the stage in his best attempt at techno dancing.

"I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey)
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a di...
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
Stop the track, lemme state facts.
I told you, gimme a minute and I'll be right back.
Fifty million around the world and they say I couldn't get it,
I done got so sick and filthy with Benjis, I can't spend it.
How you gon' be talking shit? You act like I just got up in it;
Been the number one diva in this game for a minute,
I know you read the paper-the one that they call the queen.
Every radio round the world know me cause that's where I be (first!)"

Aizen put on his best feminine look as he strutted across the stage singing, he did his best to arrogantly put himself out there as he started dancing in a disturbing hip hop fashion as much as he could manage with high heels on. "This is just disturbing," said Ichigo, shocked and disturbed at the scene before him. Gin laughed, taking picture after picture as he watched Aizen attempt to strut himself around, which wasn't all that hard considering that Aizen was arrogant enough to begin with. "As creepy as this is, it's also somewhat entertaining to watch." Renji stated, laughing despite himself. Rukia looked up, a scowl on her face. "Only you would say something like that Renji,"

"I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey),
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey),
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey),
I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a div...
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla,
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
When he pull up, wanna pop my hood up.
Bet he better have a six pack in the cooler,
Getting money, divas gettin' money.
If you ain't gettin' money, they you ain't got nothing fo' me.
Tell me somethin'(tell me somethin'), where yo boss at?(where yo boss at?)
Where my ladies up in here that like to talk back?(that like to talk back?)
I wanna see her(I wanna see her), I'd like to meet ya(I'd like to meet her)
What you say?(Not to me!), she ain't no diva(she ain't no diva!)..."

Throwing back his hair wig in what attempted to be stylish fashion, Aizen strutted across the stage with his chest out and began dancing in as much of a pop girl's fashion as he could manage to the R&B beat of the music. Everyone just stared at him in disbelief, not finding any words suiting to what he was currently doing. Gin smiled as he paused for a short moment from taking pictures, "This is quite exciting, I never thought Captain Aizen would ever do something like this." "What the hell is this, this is just disturbing and messed up." groaned Ikkaku, a sour look on his face. "Stop being such a sour puss Baldy, it's fun to watch people make fools of themselves." chirped Yachiru, bouncing up and down on Kenpachi's shoulder. Yumichika looked over at Yachiru, frowning. "Only you would say something like that lieutenant, this is the kind of situation that only you could watch and not be phased by in the slightest. This is anything but beautiful, and should be a crime." he said. "Humph, well you guys just have no sense of fun at all." Yachiru answered by way of response, turning back to watch Aizen.

"Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
Since 15 in my stilettos, been strutting the game.
"What's yo age?" That's the question they ask when I hit the stage,
I'm a diva, best believe her, you see how she's getting paid?
She ain't calling him to grade-up, don't need him, her best maid.
This is a stick-up, stick-up(I need them bags and that money...)
We're gonna stick-up, stick-up(You see them ask "Where's that money?")
All my ladies get it up, I see you, I do the same.
Take it to another level, no passengers on my plane."

"You know something Ichigo, I like your performance better then this. I think I'm going to be scarred from this for a while," Uryuu replied, pushing his glasses up on his nose. At this point Aizen got down off the stage and attempted the best techno dancing he could manage while wearing high heels, the spotlight turned on to follow him as he danced around the tables, those sitting there moving away as he began flirting with them, men and women alike. "This is going to be one night I'm never going to forget, with all the pictures I've gathered I can begin my own scrapbook." said Gin, grinning happily as he took ultimate pleasure in Aizen's act at being a sexy female singer. Coming over to the table where Momo, Izuru, and Shuhei were sitting, Aizen took off the boa he was wearing and begin slowly wrapping it around Momo's neck, winking at her in a highly flirting manner that would make one think she was his lover if they did not know otherwise. Momo's eyes went wide, not even sure what to do or say. Izuru was speechless, grabbing Momo's arm. "Um, C-Captain, what are you doing?!" he asked. Sitting right behind them, Hitsugaya's aura became ice as he flashed his zanpaktou. "Stay away from her Aizen, I would rather not cause a scene but I will if I have to." Hitsugaya warned, his turquoise eyes flashing with anger. Aizen just grinned at him and danced his way in a girlish style fashion back up to the stage for the final verses of the song.

"I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva(hey),
I'm a-a diva(hey), I'm a, I'm a-a diva...
This is a stick-up, stick-up(I need them bags, all that money...)
Stick-up, stick-up(You ask them, "Where that money?")
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
Na-na-na, diva is a female version of a hustla, of a hustla, of a, of a hustla...
I'm a, I'm a-a diva, I'm a, I'm a-a diva, I'm a, I'm a-a diva..."

The spotlight turned off with the end of the song, bringing slight darkness to the front of the room, everyone just sat there in disbelief for several long minutes. Finally, slow applause came from those watching. "What the hell just happened?" Shuhei questioned in an attempt to bring conversation to Izuru and Momo, who were staring in shock and surprise. It was Izuru who finally found his voice, "I'm-I'm not really sure, that was all going way over my head. Are you alright Momo?" For a long while Momo did not answer, "Momo? Is everything alright?" Izuru asked again, concern growing on his face. Finally Momo seemed to find her voice enough to say, "Um, I think so. I'm just, well I'm not really sure what to think of what Captain Aizen just did." "Don't worry Momo, you have all of us here to protect you." replied Hitsugaya from the table behind them. She smiled, "Thanks Toshiro, I know you're all always here for me." Momo answered, now smiling at Izuru as she took his hand, laughing as Izuru blushed deeply. Hitsugaya scowled at her, "Stop calling me Toshiro, it's Captain Hitsugaya." "Geez, I think Aizen has completely gone insane." Shinji said, pouring himself another drink. "Well, he's a dumbass anyway so I'm not surprised he would pull this crap." answered Kensei, completely unamused by Aizen's antics on stage. After Aizen had changed out of his costume and washed off the makeup he came back out to sit back at his table next Ichimaru, "Well Gin, what did you think about that performance?" "That was definitely over the top Captain, but I got some great pictures out of it. Don't you think you overdid it just a little?" answered Ichimaru. Aizen shook his head as he took a sip of his wine, "Not at all, you know I always perform to highest of my ability." he said. "Yes you're right about that," Ichimaru replied, smiling as he looked over his pictures. "I believe it's your turn now Gin, we did have a deal after all and I fulfilled my end of it." Aizen reminded him. "Of course, you know me. I never go back on a deal, it's my turn now. Why don't ya take some pictures of my performance, I'd be more then grateful if ya did." said Ichimaru, his normal grin in place. Aizen nodded, "As you wish Gin, I look forward to your performance." "God, I hope the next person who sings does not mentally scar us." Shuhei stated, looking around to see who was going up next. "It can't be any worse then Aizen," replied Rangiku. "This is true." Shuhei agreed, nodding his head. Just then Ichiumaru went up on stage and began looking through song books for a good idea. "Since when does Captain Ichimaru sing?" asked Izuru, his mouth open in amazement. Rangiku shrugged, curiosity in her voice. "Beats me, he never sang even when we were together." "This is getting to be an interesting night, I have a feeling all of us will need to be drunk by the end of the night to get through this." said Shunsui, pouring himself his fifth glass of sake. "I do have to agree with you Shunsui, although I don't think it could really get much worse after Aizen's performance." Jushiro answered, thinking he may just have to take Shunsui up on his drinking offer, even if it was unspoken and not smart for someone in his condition to be drinking. Finally Ichimaru picked his song and turned into the DJ and waited for the song to start, old rock music played through the speakers. The beat was very catchy and upbeat and some people even decided to start dancing, using his best Texan accent, Ichimaru began to sing.

"There you go and baby, here am I.
Well you left me here so I could sit and cry,
Well golly gee, what have you done to me?
Well, it doesn't matter anymore.
Do you remember baby, last September?
How you held me tight each and every night,
Well woopsy daisy, how you drove me crazy.
But, I guess it doesn't matter anymore.
There's no use in me a-crying,
I've done everything, and now I'm sick of trying.
I've thrown away my nights,
And wasted all my days over you.
Well you go your way and I'll go mine,
Now and forever, till the end of time.
I'll find somebody new and baby, we'll say we're through.
And, you won't matter anymore."

Ichimaru grinned straight at Rangiku as he swayed in time with the beat, Aizen taking pictures of him from their table. "I hate to say it, but that bastard can sing fairly decently." observed Hitsugaya, a frown on his face despite his slight surprise. “Wow, I never knew he was this good. His voice is so dreamy, even if that Texan accent is fake." thought Rangiku, remembering all the memories she and her lover had shared before he betrayed them all to join that traitor. "Buddy Holly is quite a classic, few people can truly do his justice." Uryuu said matter of factly. "Who the hell are you talking about Uryuu?" asked Ichigo, scowling at the Quincy. Uryuu sighed, "Once again Ichigo, you know nothing. Buddy Holly was one of the greatest rock and roll artists of his day, besides Elvis Presley. The two of them are credited with shaping rock and roll into what it is today, tragically Buddy Holly's life ended too early when the plane he was on crashed in a snow storm." "Hey Uryuu, what's with saying I know nothing? You're nothing but a show off and think you're so smart compared to everyone else!" Ichigo shot back, irritation as he leaned over the table. "No, I'm just stating the obvious." Uryuu answered calmly. "Stop being a stuck up dumbass, you aren't the smartest person here." snapped Ichigo. Rukia sighed, "Just let it go Ichigo, do you really want to cause a scene here in front of the entire Court Guard Squads, Vizards, and Espadas?" Ichigo stopped what he was going to say, "Yeah, good point Rukia. Sorry about that," Ichimaru went into the last verses of the song, also recalling memories that he had shared with Rangiku, regretting hurting her as he did. But, he knew she would be safe in the long run. He would do everything in his power to protect her from afar as much as he could, it was a promise he made to her when they were young.

"There's no use in me a-crying,
I've done everything, and now I'm sick of trying.
I've thrown away my nights,
And wasted all my days over you.
Now, you'll go your way and I'll go mine.
Now and forever, until the end of time.
I'll find somebody new and baby, we'll say we're through.
And you won't matter anymore,
You won't matter anymore."

The song ended and Ichimaru grinned, taking a bow before stepping off the stage. Everyone clapped and some whistled, giving him a standing ovation. "So what do ya think of that Captain Aizen?" Ichimaru asked, taking a rare flash of his red eyes as he sat back down. "I must say that was very well done Gin, I'm very impressed. Here is your camera back, I took your pictures as you requested." answered Aizen, handing Ichimaru's camera back to him. "Thanks a lot, I appreciate it." he said, as he began scanning through the photos. "I must say, that was an outstanding performance. Who knew that Captain Ichimaru could sing with that much talent." stated Ukitake, smiling. "Yeah, I've never heard someone who could sing that well." Shunsui said, nodding in agreement. "Well, that was much better then Aizen's performance. At least I'm not scarred by it," replied Shuhei. "Rangiku, did you know Ichimaru could sing that well?" questioned Momo, looking over at her. Rangiku shook her head, "No, I didn't."

Songs Used: Diva by Beyoncé and It Doesn't Matter Anymore by Buddy Holly

Chapter 10: Start A Riot And Let It Go

Applause died down from Ichimaru's performance and everyone started general conversation once more, it was a long while before anyone else went up to the stage. "Say Grimmjow, you'd better go up there before someone steals the spotlight from you again." replied Szayelaporro Grantz. Grimmjow growled at him, "Shut the hell up, I'm going up right now." "What the hell, Grimmjow is going to sing next?" asked Ichigo, surprised to see the sixth Espada interested in performing. "You're just afraid he's going to out-do you," Uryuu stated, knowing that would get a rise out of Ichigo. "Damn you Uryuu, shut up! Why would I care what that bastard does?" Ichigo demanded, glaring at Uryuu. "Uryuu didn't say you cared, he means that you don't like anyone else being better then you are at something." Rukia replied, her arms crossed. "Hey, shut up Rukia! That's not true at all!" answered Ichigo, glaring at them. After skimming through the song books for a while Grimmjow put in his request and a heavy metal rock beat began to play through the speakers.

"If you feel so empty,
So used up, so let down.
If you feel so angry,
So ripped off, so stepped on.
You're not the only one,
Refusing to back down.
You're not the only one,
So get up.
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot,
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot."

Grimmjow raised his fists in time with the beat of the song as he sang, stomping his feet as his blue eyes flashed as if daring Ichigo to come at him. Some of the audience raised their fists along with him, "He's trying to challenge you Ichigo, he thinks you'll accept a fight in a public place." Renji observed. Ichigo nodded and grinned, "I know, but don't worry. We'll have our re-match soon enough."

"If you feel so filthy,
So fucked up.
If you feel so walked on,
So painful, so pissed off.
You're not the only one,
Refusing to go down.
You're not the only one,
So get up.
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot.
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot."

The crowd began jumping up and down, screaming and cheering, he gave an evil grin at them as the music blasted. "As much of a bastard as he is, he sure can get the crowd going." Love said, half way drunk and having lost count how many beers he had had as he poured himself yet another glass. "That may be, but this music is anything but classy. Nothing but trash, if you ask me. Lyrics like this shouldn't even be allowed," answered Rose, annoyed by the loud music. Grimmjow glared out into the crowd as he began the last two verses of the song, he'd show everyone his strength and kill anyone who dared to stand in his way.

"If you feel so empty,
So used up, so let down.
If you feel so angry,
Just get up.
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot,
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot,
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot,
Let's start a riot, a riot.
Let's start a riot."

Everyone in the audience cheered as Grimmjow stalked down off the stage and back to his table, "Well that was a good performance, seems like you may even have gotten some fans." Szaylaporro commented, flashing a smile. "I could care less if I have fans or not." Grimmjow growled back, going back to his shot of tequila. "That was a very loud song," said Shunsui, rubbing his ears. "It certainly was, I hope the next song is more quiet." Ukitake agreed. "Hey Sis, you should go up there and sing a song. You'd be great." urged Kiyone Kotetsu, 3rd seat and one of the acting lieutenants of Squad 13, sister to Isane Kotetsu, lieutenant of Squad 4. Isane blushed, "I don't think I can, I'm too shy." "The only way to overcome your shyness is to try, it helps us become stronger to acknowledge our faults and try to improve them." replied Unohana, captain of Squad 4, smiling. "She's right Sis, come on. Give it a shot, you can do it." Kiyone answered, pushing on her sister's arm. "Oh alright, I'll go up there. I just hope I don't embarrass myself," stated Isane, blushing with embarrassment as she got up and made her way to the stage. "Wow, I'm surprised someone as shy as Isane is going up to sing." observed Shuhei. Looking for her song Isane hoped she was brave enough to sing, she always had strange dreams and was more reserved then some of the other lieutenants. Finding her song, she waited for the song to start, nervous all the while. A soft and gentle piano intro began, "The music is so pretty, it sounds so romantic." Orihime sighed, her eyes going starry.

"The snow glows white on the mountain tonight,
Not a footprint to be seen.
A kingdom of isolation,
And it looks like I'm the queen.
The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside,
Couldn't keep it in, heaven knows I tried.
Don't let them in, don't let them see.
Be the good girl you always have to be,
Conceal, don't feel. Don't let them know,
Well, now they know!
Let it go, let it go.
Can't hold it back anymore,
Let it go, let it go.
Turn away and slam the door,
I don't care what they're going to say, let the storm rage on.
The cold never bothered me anyway."

The piano music got more upbeat and everyone kept their eyes on Isane, entranced by her song. As she sang Isane's mind eased, maybe this wasn't so bad after all since everyone seemed to be enjoying it. "Isane is such a great singer," Momo replied, smiling, also entrance by the song. Shuhei could only nod, lured by Isane's voice. Her voice was soft and melodic, flowing in perfect time with the beat of the music. Surprised by his own thoughts and blushing slightly, Shuhei wondered if he was beginning to feel for Isane the same way Izuru felt for Momo.

"It's funny how some distance makes everything seem small,
And the fears that once controlled me can't get to me at all.
It's time to see what I can do,
To test the limits and break through.
No rights, no wrongs,
No rules for me, I'm free!
Let it go, let it go.
I am one with the wind and sky,
Let it go, let it go.
You'll never see me cry,
Here I stand, and here I'll stay.
Let the storm rage on!"

Isane's eyes began to shine bright as she went into the final verses of the song, smiling she was glad she had taken up her sister's offer and found herself really enjoying the feel of performing in front of everyone. "This is such a sweet song," Ukitake replied, smiling. "It sure is, who knew Lieutenant Kotetsu was such a good singer." answered Shunsui, helping himself to more sake. "This is such a sappy song," Ikkaku said, a scowl on his face. "Yes, it's far too romantic though on the positive side it is beautiful." put in Yumichika, watching the performance and finding himself drawn in by the upbeat, yet soft beat of the song. "Oh please, this is stupid. Who would want to listen to a sappy song like this?!" Ikkaku demanded, staring at Yumichika in surprise.

"My power flurries through the air into the ground,
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around.
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast,
I'm never going back, the past is in the past!
Let it go, let it go.
And I'll rise like the break of dawn,
Let it go, let it go.
That perfect girl is gone,
Here I stand in the light of day.
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway!"

The song ended and everyone stood up, clapping. Isane blushed and gave a small bow as she put the microphone back and stepped down off the stage, "That was so great Sis! I knew you could do it." Kiyone exclaimed as she ran up to Isane. Isane blushed again, "Thanks, I'm glad you liked it but I don't think I was that good." "Are you kidding, you were great!" Kiyone insisted, smiling as she hugged her sister. "That put everyone in a good mood, that was such an uplifting song. Don't you think so Captain?" questioned Rangiku, looking over at Hitsugaya. "That was very different, but it sounded quite good." Hitsugaya agreed, nodding his head. "I'd love to get that song, I wonder where it's from." Orihime wondered, a smile still on her face. "That is the hit song from the movie Frozen, it's about a queen named Elsa who possesses the power to control and create ice and snow. She is frightened because she does not know how to control it and so she runs away to the mountains, as a child her powers remained kept a secret from her sister, Princess Anna, after she was accidentally struck by Elsa's ice power. Having found out at the coronation ball for Elsa being crowned queen, Anna travels up to the mountains to find her sister and bring her back home." explained Nemu, popping up to stand by the group's table. "Where did you come from, you weren't here a minute ago." Ichigo cried, nearly falling out of his chair in surprise. "Now that was a soothing and sweet song," replied Rose, impressed by the fourth squad lieutenant's performance. "Hey Hiyori, you should get up there and perform for us." suggested Shinji, flashing a grin. "No way, why the hell would I want to do something stupid like that?" Hiyori demanded, glaring at Shinji. Noticing Shuhei still blushing, Izuru leaned over. "Shuhei, are you alright?" "Oh uh, yeah. I've never seen a performance that beautiful before," answered Shuhei, quickly turning away. "Oh hey, it looks like Shuhei is in love with Isane." Rangiku said a mischievous smile on her face. "Rangiku, don't get any ideas." reprimanded Hitsugaya, frowning. "Don't worry Captain, I won't cause any harm." Rangiku stated as she bounded over to Isane's table. "Should I be afraid?" questioned Shuhei, embarrassed and looking nervous. Hitsugaya sighed, "With my lieutenant, you never know."

Songs Used: Riot by Three Days Grace and Let It Go from Frozen

Chapter 11: Let's Catch Some Fireflies

Rangiku bounded over to where Isane sat with her captain and sister, “Hey Isane, that was a great performance. You really got the crowd going!” Isane blushed with embarrassment, “Thanks Rangiku, I'm glad everyone liked it.” she answered. “You know, Shuhei seemed pretty impressed by you.” Rangiku hinted, nodding her head in Shuhei's direction. “You mean Lieutenant Hisagi from Squad 9, Captain Tosen's former squad?” Isane questioned, surprised. “Yup, that's right. It looks like you know how to get a man's attention,” Rangiku answered, grinning. “But-but I never get the attention of guys, I've always been too shy.” Isane stammered, her face becoming bright red. Rangiku giggled before going back over to her captain's table, “Well, you have now. You should go over and talk to him, maybe there's something there.” Hitsugaya glared at his lieutenant in suspicion, “What did you do Rangiku?” “Nothing at all captain, I just simply congratulated Isane on getting a guy's attention.” Rangiku explained innocently. Shuhei just sat there staring at her, wondering if it was possible to die from being too embarrassed, which was rare for him.
Finishing off his beer, Rose stood up. “What's up Rose?” Love questioned, looking up at him. “I'm going to go up and sing, we need some good classics here.” answered Rose, flashing a wide smile as he made his way up to the stage. “Hey, isn't that one of the Vizards?” Renji asked, watching as Rose looked through the song books. Ichigo nodded, “Yeah, that's Rose. He's a huge music fanatic, this should be interesting.” “Isn't that the former captain of Squad 3?” Momo asked, looking over at Izuru. “Yeah, I think so.” answered Izuru, curiosity on his face as he watched while Rose chose his song. Going through the song books, Rose decided to sing a classic song and finally found one. Putting his song request in, Rose picked up the microphone and waited for the music to start. Upbeat guitar rock music started to flow from the speakers as Rose began to sing.

“Well come on, let's go, let's go, let's go little darlin',
And tell me that you'll never leave me.
Come on, come on, let's go again,
Again, again, and again.
Well now swing me, swing me all the way down there.
Come on, let's go little darlin',
Let's go, let's go again once more.
Well I love you so, dear.
And I'll never let you go,
Come on baby, so.
Oh pretty baby, I love you so.
Let's go, let's go, let's go little sweetheart.
And then we can always be together,
Come on, come on, let's go again.”

Rose's voice was even toned as he sang, hitting every single one of the high notes. Getting deep into his song, he pulled out his own guitar and played in time with the beat of the song. The crowd stood up and cheered, many of them dancing while Ichimaru got up close to take more pictures of the performance. “Say, Rose could really make it as a singer.” Shinji replied, watching Rose get deep into the music. “I bet he could even be a decent song writer too,” agreed Love. “I always heard that he loved music, it looks like the rumors are true.” said Shunsui. Captain Unohana looked over and nodded, “I heard that he wrote several of his own songs back in the day,” “And his talent shows, if only things had turned out different then maybe he would have been able to do more with his talent.” stated Ukitake, smiling as he watched Rose perform. Uryuu pushed his glasses up, “Another classic rock and roll hit, Ritchie Valens died on the same airplane crash that killed Buddy Holly. He had been in the music business for only 8 months at the time, and at 17, he was the youngest one killed that day.” “He's good, I've heard him sing before when I went to their warehouse to train.” Ichigo explained. As Rose went into the final three verses of the song, he continued to get deep into the music. He loved the classic rock era and had always dreamed of going into music on the side while being a captain, if Aizen had not stabbed them all in the back and turned them into these monsters, exiled by the Soul Society, then maybe he would have been able to fulfill that dream.

“Well I love you so, dear.
And I'll never let you go,
Come on baby, so.
Oh pretty baby, I love you so!
Let's go, let's go, let's go little darlin',
They dance, and we belong here.
Come on, come on let's go again.
Again, again and again, and again,
Again, again, and again, and again.”

The music faded out and Rose took a deep bow as everyone in the audience cheered, “Thank you everyone, I'm glad you all like the classics.” He said, with a wave of his hand as he stepped off the stage and rejoined Shinji and the others at his table. Mashiro beamed at him, jumping up and down. “That was a great performance Rose, everyone loved it!” “I love the classics, none are better in my opinion.” replied Rose, smiling at her. Shinji gave Rose his usual wide grin, “Nice performance Rose, you really got the crowd going.” he said. “Thanks Shinji, I'm glad everyone liked it.” Rose answered, pouring another glass of beer.
“Well, that guy really got the crowd going.” said Kenpachi gruffly. “He certainly did, but the music wasn't bad at all.” Yumichika agreed. “Hey Kenny, you should get up there and have some fun!” chirped Yachiru, bouncing up and down on her captain's shoulder. Kenpachi raised an eybrow, “Hell no, do I look like a moron to you. I only came here because there was nothing else better to do, that doesn't mean I'm going to make a fool out of myself.” Yachiru frowned and sulked, “Aww Kenny, you're no fun at all. It's fun to watch people make fools of themselves,” “Yeah, when you're watching it not being the person up there.” he answered. “Well fine, if you're not going to go up there then I will.” Yachiru announced, jumping down from her captain's shoulder. Ikkaku stared at her, “What are you talking about, have you had too much sugar or something?” Yachiru shook her head, “Of course no Baldy, I haven't even had any candy tonight. I just want to have some fun,” she said, and with that she bounded up to the stage. “Well this should be interesting, I've never seen the lieutenant of Squad 11 sing before.” Rukia noted, watching as Yachiru skimmed through the song books. Renji laughed, “This should be interesting,” Finding her song, an idea crossed Yachiru's mind and she disappeared from the stage into the back room. Aizen watched, a look of interest crossing his face. “This should be an interesting performance, I've never seen the lieutenant of Squad 11 do any kind of performance.” “Nor have I, unless she's bugging someone else for candy. I definitely need to get pictures of this,” replied Gin, grinning. “This should be interesting to watch, Lieutenant Kusajishi's only usual performance is drive other captains, mainly myself, to the point of insanity or destroy our property. I'd like to see what she's up to now,” Byakuya stated, curiosity plain on his face. By this time everyone among the Gotei 13 was interested to see what Yachiru had in store, she was not the lieutenant who was known to like flashy things. She was just like her captain, she liked nothing more then to kick some ass and anyone who stood in her way when she got in the mood was sure to be road kill, if they survived. Just then the spotlight in the center of the stage flashed on and Yachiru reappeared, looking very much unlike her usual attire. She had on a green dress and was wearing a blond wig, she had put contacts in her eyes that changed them from their usual dark brown to a light blue color. On her back she wore a pair of fairy wings. “What the hell is Lieutenant Kusajishi wearing?” Ikkaku demanded. “Considering this is our lieutenant, I think we're about to find out.” answered Yumichika. Yachiru beamed as she waited for her song to start, shortly light beat piano music began to play and Yachiru started to sing.

“You would not believe your eyes,
If ten million fireflies lit up the world as I fell asleep.
Cause they'd fill the open air,
And leave teardrops everywhere.
You'd think me rude,
But, I would just stand and stare.
I'd like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly,
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep.
Cause everything is never as it seems.”

The song was very upbeat and Yachiru's voice was high pitched, but in tune as she sang, she flashed herself around the room, becoming a green blur as she zoomed from table to table, everyone struggling to keep up with her, but drawing cheers from some in the audience. “Who would have thought Yachiru could sing and not just beg for candy,” Rukia commented, amused by Yachiru's performance. “Maybe it is a good thing that we made her vice president of the Soul Reapers Woman's Association, it pays off.” replied Nanao.

“Cause I'd get a thousand hugs from ten thousand lightning bugs,
As they tried to teach me how to dance.
A foxtrot above my head,
A sock hop beneath my bed.
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread,
I'd like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly.
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep,
Cause everything is never as it seems when I fall asleep.”

Flashing around the room, Yachiru was getting really into her song. She bounced up and down as she went back up to the stage and then across the room again, her blond wig bobbing up and down and she went. Orihime laughed, “Yachiru makes a very good Tinker Bell, she looks so cute.” “I'm not really sure cute is the word to use for her,” replied Renji. “That girl has just as much energy, if not more, then the former lieutenant of Squad 9.” Shunsui said. Ukitake chuckled and nodded his head, “She certainly does, I wonder if she's had too much candy again tonight. She certainly is a bundle of energy,” “I think our lieutenant has gone insane.” Ikkaku growled. “She's certainly more hyper tonight then she normally is, I think all the smoke and smell of alcohol has gone to her head but at least her singing isn't bad.” agreed Yumichika. “Hey Kenpachi, what's with your lieutenant tonight?” Soi Fon questioned, turning to look at Kenpachi with a curious look. Kenpachi shrugged, “Beats the hell out of me, I don't know what goes on in her damn head.”

“Leave my door open just a crack,
Cause I feel like such an insomniac.
Why do I tire of counting sheep?
When I'm far too tired to fall asleep,
To ten million fireflies.
I'm weird cause I hate goodbyes,
I got misty eyes as they said farewell.
But I'll know where several are,
If my dreams get real bizarre.
Cause I saved a few, and I keep them in a jar.”

As Yachiru went into the last three verses of the song, she gave it all she had. Sure, she loved to kick ass but she also liked to have fun and that's what they were here to do so why not go for it? People in the audience were laughing and cheering at Yachiru's performance, Ichimaru kept moving around to get good pictures of Yachiru performing. “I think she's having a little too much fun up there,” Ichigo said, watching Yachiru and amused despite himself. “Hopefully it will wear her out and she won't cause chaos later.” was Bykuya's opinion on her performance, though he had to admit that though she could be a little demon the majority of the time, she could sing and put on quite a show.

“I'd like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly,
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep.
Cause everything is never as it seems, when I fall asleep.
I'd like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly,
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep.
Cause everything is never as it seems, when I fall asleep.
I'd like to make myself believe that planet earth turns slowly,
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay awake when I'm asleep.
Because, my dreams are bursting at the seams.”

As the song ended Yachiru beamed at everyone and gave a bow, putting the microphone back before bounding backstage to change out of her costume. The audience was still clapping when Yachiru came back out and returned to her table, jumping up onto Kenpachi's shoulder. “So, what did you think Kenny?” Yachiru immediately questioned. Kenpachi grinned, “Not too bad at all, you sure didn't hold back.” “Of course not, have you ever known me to?” she asked. “Nope, not a bit.” “What was with the costume?” Ikkaku asked. “I thought it looked cute and would go with the song,” Yachiru answered. “Well, that was an interesting performance.” replied Izuru. Momo smiled, “I think it was cute, Lieutenant Kusajishi is a good singer and her costume was adorable.” “Hey Captain, we should try to get Nemu to sing. It would be a great way for her to get in the spirit and open up more,” Rangiku suggested happily. “Don't involve me in your little schemes.” answered Hitsugaya, frowning at her but he had to admit that it would be good for Nemu to be able to open up. “Come on Captain, don't be such a downer. It'll be fun for her to sing, we all came here to relax and have fun after all.” Rangiku reasoned, smiling as she walked over to where Nemu sat talking with Isane.

Songs Used: Come On, Let's Go by Ritchie Valens and Fireflies by Owl City