Elva continued on in silence, not liking the fact that it was she who caused the bad mood to be felt by everyone else.

Hoshi was glad that they had made it safely to Urahara's " Well ! This is like old times. " Urahara said , noticing the young spirit that was with them . " Let's head to the back room so we can talk. " He said ,getting up from where he was sitting. [/COLOR]

Elva stood behind Hoshi, not liking the mad scientist vibe she was getting from the older blonde.

" It's alright Elva-chan. " Hoshi said as they walked toward the back.

" And who might you be ?" Urahara said kindly to Elva with a smile once they all were seated. He sensed the tension from the young spirit , having the feeling she was Seer like Hoshi was. Urahara wanted her to feel comfortable, knowing trust was important to Seers.
(Sorry about taking so long. Got The Hunger Games as a present and can't put it down.:XD: )

(which one in the series? The Hunger Games, Chasing Fire or Mockingjay? Also, Catnip *dodges arrows* is adorable. and I don't blame you...I read the first book in one day)

Elva tried reading Urahara's reiatsu and got a complex man but someone she could trust. "Elva, my name is Elva," she said as she sat next to Hoshi.

(I got The Hunger Games. I'm almost done with it. Going to buy the other two books tomorrow. )
"Nice to meet you Elva-san.How is it that you met Hoshi? " Urahara assumed it was Hoshi.He had a feeling that was why almost everyone was here.

" I met Elva yesterday while I was waiting for school to let out. I had sensed something nearby but didn't know if it was a Bount or not. I soon sensed a low level Hollow on the school grounds and I went to fight it . Afterward I said it was safe to come out of hiding. That's when I met Elva. What she told me is why we are here. " Hoshi said taking a deep breath. " She told me her brother Vincent is being forced to do terrible things by the Bount. Vincent and Elva are Seers like I am. She told me and Ichigo where the Bount were hiding. " Hoshi said. She would let Ichigo tell about the recon they did after school.

(Nice. Ordered the two books from amazon since I had a gift card that was suppose to go to the Kindle, but I didn't want the Kindle in the first place, so I just bought the two books and I might give the gift back to mom in February)

Ichigo knew that Hoshi wanted him to tell about the recon that they did and sighed, knowing that his friends were going to heckle him for his stupidity. "I didn't want to let an opportunity up, so I asked if Elva-san knew about the location of the Bounts. She responded that she did and guided us there. We looked around before we felt someone watching us," Ichigo said as he explained the events that happened.

( not sure where I'll buy mine. Might check Walmart , but if I can't find it there I might buy from Amazon. My town doesnt have a good bookstore any more. I used to go to Borders , but since they went out of business I don't want to travel two hours to the nearest B and N. )

Urahara knew that Hoshi and Ichigo going to the Bount's hideout , but he wouldn't say any thing. "Sounds interesting , since now we know that there is a rogue Shinigami working with the Bount. Captain , has there been any reports of missing Shinigami lately ?" He asked Captain Hitsugaya ." Elva-san can you tell me anything about this Shinigami that was working with the Bount ?"He asked . Urahara was glad his assumption about Elva being a Seer was correct.

Elva shook her head lightly. "Sorry...I didn't get a look at him. I didn't want to leave...not when my brother is in danger," she said.

" I understand Elva-san. Urahara said , knowing that sometimes spirits didn't want to leave the ones they loved. " I think we should start getting prepared for anything the Bount might throw at us. " Urahara said . He did wonder where Ishida was , having a feeling he might be targeted again.

"Agreed," Ichigo said, not wanting to take any chances. Knowing now would be a good time to ask, Ichigo turned to Urahara. "I've been wondering about a few things...I know it's possible to use Hadou spells while in a Gigai or if you have strong reiatsu...is it also possible to do the same with a Zanpakuto?"

" It might be possible. " Urahara said thinking. " It would be risky, but if you are willing to try. " He said not how It would work out.

"I'm willing to try," Ichigo said quickly. "Besides, if anyone should be a guinea pig for such an idea it should be me," he continued onwards.

"I want to try also," Tatsuki said firmly, halfway daring Ichigo to say no.

" I would like to try too. " Hoshi said confidently.
" Then it is settled. I should have something figured out by Saturday . Chad , Orihime, if you would like to come also , it is fine with me. I would also like to help with building everyones teamwork skills. I have a feeling we will need everyone's help like we did the last time. " Urahara said hoping that Ishida would agree to come also .

Ichigo wasn't sure about this, but seeing the fire in both Hoshi's and Tatsuki's eyes, he decided to say nothing. However, he did say one thing. "Since I'm not going to persuade you to not do this, can I at least ask you two to let me try it first so that if it doesn't work only I'm effected?" He asked.

" I understand. " Hoshi said with a nod, knowing Ichigo didn't want to see her or Tatsuki hurt if anything did go wrong.

"Same here. Besides, it's your idea, you should get to go first," Tatsuki said, knowing that Ichigo would never forgive himself if something happened to herself or any of his other friends.

"I will have something ready by Saturday. " Urahara said . He would do what he could to make sure no one would get hurt.

"Thanks," Ichigo said.

" You are welcome. Now is there anything else that needs to be discussed? " Urahara asked, making a mental note to have Ichigo tell Ishida about what had been discussed.

Elva thought about telling Urahara about Ishida's attack but thought better about it since she wasn't sure if it happened already or not. Plus...she wasn't sure exactly why he was absent today and wasn't jumping to conclusions just yet.

Hoshi hoped Elva was alright.

" See you all on Saturday."Urahara said , and pulled Ichigo aside for a moment.

Ichigo was curious about why Urahara pulled him aside and waited for the ex-captain to start talking.

" If you could let Ishida know about what we talked about today. " Urahara said.

Ichigo nodded and agreed to tell Ishida.