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[Mikhail Rost]

Mikhail shifted uncomfortably when Jericho talked about how before he would have no problems 'stomping the kids head in', and more then once at that! He rolled his eyes slightly thinking, 'Geez, give me a little credit and don't make it sound so easy why dont ya?' Mikhail shook his head as he thought, 'I can't wait till you're better, I'll show you stompin' heads!'

Vaaz however decided to state just how insignifigant Mikhail was, just another kine to her, and that he should be grateful for whatever indifference was left in her. From the way she talked she preferred to be robotic then with emotion. She said that her indifference led her to not care if she did or did not take the two souls in Mikhail. For some time he had wondered about the spirit that dwelled inside him, but Vaaz now said it was another soul. This was the second time that it had acted independantly of Mikhail, the first was in the warehouse when Yugito was taken. Ice spread across every surface while the spirit raged, violently breaking free of its chains at the assumed loss of someone close to Mikhail. It took Ururu, Mayako, and Kasai some time to calm him enough to continue looking for her.

Mikhail was still trying to keep his voice down but there was little hiding the fact that he would seem to be whispering to himself to those who weren't spiritually aware. "Humans aren't as weak as you might think. Why would you think others weak for needing help?" Mikhail was definately taking a gamble with his next words. "I mean you're accepting help from Jericho to fight Nnoitra."

He probably realized how bad it sounded and quickly continued with. "I don't see accepting help as a sign of weakness, but as a way to grow. Jericho helps me and together we are stronger, my sensei teaches me and I am wiser, I take what I learn from everyone to grow and improve."

Jericho joked that they belonged there and of course they could stroll in, which Mikhail knew, but what he meant was that the lower ranked leaders might want to take his place.

"Also the ones above him I'm pretty sure won't care as they have already risen above him and don't seem to like him anyway but, those below him might."

"Right that's what I meant." Mikhail nodded.

"Though... If I recall correctly im fairly certain Syazel has his castle to the way he likes it, if anything a change of office would be a bother."

"o-kay,..."

"Celia I have no prior knowledge so I don't know how she will react." Mikhail shrugged as Jericho continued. "Hatter is the same situation, all I know about him is hes unpredictable." Mikhail's eyes widened as he looked to Jericho with part disbelief and part shock.

"Wait, What? Hatter? Crazy top hat guy with psychotic girlfriend? He's a leader? an Espada? You're joking..." Mikhail put his hand against his head and started rambling slightly, Jeronimo Cubbit aka Hatter had been an annoyance for the young man for months now. From encountering him in a dark alley along with a bouncy, breast crazed, cat girl and being made to play twisted games to get away, to having the madman and his associate as a substitute teacher in his school where he created a device that projected Mikhail's thoughts to his fellow students!

"He's weird, JUST WEIRD, I mean, why? You have any idea what its like to know what would happen if you just up and vanished, I do, and its HIS fault. Why he decided to play 'Its a Wonderful Life' with me, I dunno, but ain't no bell ringin' for him to get his wings!" Some of the other humans had turned to look at Mikhail as he mumbled to himself to which he looked up and glared at them irritably.

"WHAT?! Don't act like you don't talk to yourselves every once in a while!" Some of the staff were stunned by the boy's response as he normally was rather quiet and polite. He realized how he sounded and rubbed his head apologetically. "Sorry."

[ogihci]

Sh went on to say her peace on how she does not know where change would bring her. It was rather funny, almost like she was unsure if she would like or dislike the change she felt. There was no need to be scared of change though... Jericho had to admit that he had been a little wary as well. The thought of protecting people was so not like him. Crushing weakness was a hell of a habit to break. He had done it for so long. Of course, she went on to say that she fought those that were of equal standing or greater than her. She had simply done it a different way then most did. "I wasn't saying that I crushed only them... it was just and insercurity I had... feeling weak once... I never had anyone protecting me, teaching me, or even helping me until... well he doesn't matter to this conversation right now." He was reffering to Dai but, best not to give away too much at once. When she told him her plan... "That plan..." He started...

Gah, this didn't feel natural to Jericho. He was so used to fighting his opponent head on, fully rested, and all guns loaded. He wasn't used to fighting with his head so much as his instincts but.... he had to admit her plan was genius. It was obvious how she grew to be as powerful as she was. After all... why battle your prey when they can do it for you? Still... Jericho didn't like it. It was a little underhanded but, it was a necessary sacrifice if this plan was to go off without a hitch. "As much as it pains me to say it... your right, that kind of plan would put the odds better in our favor." He said nodding... begrudgingly. It was just so... unnatural to him still. "I will tell you now however, I don't like winning my fights that way, the victory might taste a little bitter but, I will get over it." He finished, feeling that it needed to be said.

Suddenly Mikhail had started going off about Hatter. What did he know of the espada? According to his story however, he knew quite a bit. It was even a little weird how many encounters he had with him. Did he see the same potential in Mikhail that Jericho did? Or was he simply playing his food... so to speak. "Granted hes not the sanest espada but, yes, he is a leader. He showed he was powerful enough to attain it besides, its not like hes the only insane one in Hueco Mundo, there are plenty of those types." He said, and god were there. Perhaps the biggest assortment of freaks, psychos, and schizos in any of the worlds. Still... their co-mingling was odd and Jericho didn't like it. "Though, perhaps avoiding him would be best..."

[Ai]

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There was little more Vaaz was willing to say or share. As far as she was concerned she had said enough, and had uttered far more than she is typically willing to offer anyone. It was a unique day for her to say the least, one with a couple firsts in it. But she felt at this point it was time to move on rather than stagnate in the same place as she has been for much longer.

The Arrancar's remarks about how he did not feel comfortable about her method of dealing with Nnoitra, but that he would get over it, caused her to arch a brow. Really, she did not care--nor should he, "Then I hope you deal with your inner-conflict about it quickly", she remarked, "Because for someone like Nnoitra, your head needs to be clear and resolute about destroying him. No reservations about how it is done. Just that it is done."

She let out a tiny sigh as she glanced about at her surroundings and went on to say, "I think I have tapped this facility out for the collecting the dead for the day. I will have to come back for more at another date.", she then looked to the pair before her telling them, "Fascinating conversation, you two. But, as a word of warning. Human morality and Hollow existence never meshes well. Especially if a Hollow is to serve Aizen as an Espada following his decrees."

She looked to Jericho as she begun taking her leave, "When you are ready to kill Nnoitra. Let me know.", she stated, and continued on her way.

[Mikhail Rost]

Mikhail listened further to the discussion of taking out Nnoitra with Vaaz's plan. A sneaky approach and from the sound of Jericho's voice not the approach he woulda wanted but he agreed to it.


"Then I hope you deal with your inner-conflict about it quickly, because for someone like Nnoitra, your head needs to be clear and resolute about destroying him. No reservations about how it is done. Just that it is done." Vaaz was pretty cold about the whole thing, it was as if once set in motion, it was inevitable.

She sighed, "I think I have tapped this facility out for the collecting the dead for the day. I will have to come back for more at another date." Mikhail didn't like the way that sounded but it wasn't like he could do anything for them now.

"Fascinating conversation, you two. But, as a word of warning. Human morality and Hollow existance never meshes well. Especially if a Hollow is to serve Aizen as an Espada following his decrees." She started to head away and looked to Jericho. "When you are ready to kill Nnoitra, let me know." then she was gone but it left Mikhail with another question.

"Who's Aizen?" he asked turning to Jericho as their conversation continued.

"Granted he's not the sanest espada but, yes, he is a leader. He showed he was powerful enough to attain it, its not like hes the only insane one in Hueco Mundo, there are plenty of those types. Though, perhaps avoiding him would be best..."

Jericho's remarks about Hatter made Mikhail scoff slightly his suggestion was easier said then done. "That's easy for you to say, the guy shows up when you least expect it and turns everything on it's head. If he COULD be avoided, I would have."

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Jericho begrudgingly knew that Vaaz was right, that he would have to choke down his pride and that a sneak attack was the best option. He would just have to live with it, it seemed. That was just something he was gonna have to work on before the big day. What really hit him though was her comment about how human morality and hollow nature could not coexist. With following Aizen making it that much more so. Why the arrancar still chose to follow Aizen was beyond him, they should take there rightful place back. Though that was just his thought on the matter. One day... maybe he could be strong enough to do that for arrancar kind. With a little help of course. One day... or at least he hoped... maybe the espada didn't feel the same way but, he certainly did.

"I will," He responded with a pleasant smile on his face as the indifferent arrancar took her leave. He would be ready... just needed to rest up a bit and get stronger. They would take down Nnoitra... he just knew it. His distorted vision about females not having power would certainly change... maybe... he was a little conceited. Mikhail went on to ask who aizen was. Jericho had almost forgotten that Mikhail didn't really understand the workings of Hueco Mundo, or who ruled there. "He is just a shinigami who has ruled us for way too long..." He said trailing off. Nothing much else needed to be said right? After all, his explanation was plenty explanatory.

Mikhail began explaining why he found avoiding Hatter an impossibility. Why exactly did Hatter have his eyes on this boy? Jericho originally thought maybe it was his potential but... no Hatter was more unpredictable than that from what he had been told. Not that he knew much about him. Jericho reached up and ruffled Mikhail's hair with his hand. "Well perhaps I should teach how to avoid people and more importantly gauging your opponent wisely..." He said, he had been refferring to Vaaz mostly. After all, this boy didn't seem to understand how powerful she was. "As your first note...," He said stepping past him as he spoke. "That women... was much stronger than I was and you could have very well been killed...," He finished, even with what seemed to be like worry in his voice. "But enough of that, let us get out of here, you still need to help me understand human customs," He actually didn't care but, he had to show interest and learn what he was protecting right? Even if... his nature might conflict with it...