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Sym's blush darkened as she was pulled from Ikkaku to Renji then from Renji from Rangiku being told how she should spoil Ikkaku. She was then pulled back into Ikkaku making her blush reach its darkest as he rested his chin on her shoulder, "O-Oi, when did I become a baton for you people to pass around?" She asked before the song changed. 'Rock This Town' by Stray Cats came on made Sym's foot begin to tap and a big smile appear on her face as she turned and kissed Ikkaku's cheek before getting up, "Alright, who knows how to swing dance?" She asked looking around. Many of the guys came forward including Kyouraku-taicho. Sym looked around at everyone then got a big smile as she walked over to Byakuya and Kiki, "Kiki-chan! Your gonna learn the basics of swing dancing!" She exclaimed grabbing Kiki's hand and pulling her out onto the dance floor. Disappointed sighs left all of the others.
Other pairs were dancing but there was still plenty of room on the floor as Sym brought Kiki into the middle of it turning then grabbing both of her hands, "Alright the basic steps are step to the right, I'll go left, then you go left and I'll go right, then spin go under our hands." She explained doing the steps but not the spin, "Its easy once you get the hang of it."

Byakuya watched as after Kiki finished explaining herself she was suddenly grabbed and dragged away by Sym onto the dance floor. While he usually didn't like this kind of music he did have to admit that the beat was catchy. It was the kind of beat that would especially make more energetic people like Sym, unable to resist getting up and dancing like an idiot. Although the steps she was doing, while different, held a similar idea as ballroom. Byakuya continued to watch curiously as Sym gave her lesson.

Sym got a big cheshire cat like grin as she quickly pulled Kiki off to the side, "Well, since you learn well from Byakuya-taicho, I'll go get him and teach him the steps so he can then dance with you!" She said excitedly flash stepping over to Byakuya before the taller girl could protest, "Your coming with me and learning how to swing so you can then dance with Kiki-chan again!"

Byakuya had just finished a drink of water before the young and ever energetic Sym appeared in front of him talking nonsense about learning how to swing, "Why do you think I would even be willing to learn how to dance like them?" He asked gesturing to the others who by this time were really getting into it and doing pretty advanced moves.

Sym grinned seeing some of the moves that were being done, "Because I can tell you have an interest in Kiki-chan and by learning how to do a jumpy and exciting dance like swing you'll be able to talk to her more and get whatever curiosity you have solved that much quicker." She explained as the song came to an end, "Excuse me." She said before flash stepping and picking another song then flash stepping back to Byakuya as 'Swingin' by LeAnn Rimes came on, "So, what do you say?" She asked her hips already moving to the beat of the song.

Looking from the already practically dancing by herself Sym, to a very nervous Kiki, Byakuya had to admit, despite the way she looks and acts, Sym could be pretty sharp. None of the others had said anything about his interest in Kiki and Sym hadn't even been there when they had waltzed, how could she have caught on so quick? Right now that didn't matter as he then looked back at Sym who was still grinning like the cheshire cat, "Alright, but nothing leud or uncuth." He said as he started to walk out to the dance floor.

"Don't worry, its just the basic steps like I was showing Kiki-chan!" Sym exclaimed happily following him out to the dance floor before quickly grabbing both of his hands, "First, I step forward with my right, you step forward with your left." She explained doing the motion as she had done with Kiki, "Then we step back and step forward with our other feet, then step back and spin under our hands." She explained before suddenly Byakuya was doing the steps like a professional. Sym grinned before even adding spinning out and back in, which Byakuya handled like it was nothing, "You are ready!" She exclaimed happily before the song ended. She then disappeared and reappeared on the stage then selecting another song before disappearing and reappearing beside Ikkaku taking a drink of water, "Phew! Now its your turn!" She said with that same big grin she had been wearing the past ten minutes as she grabbed both of Ikkaku's hands and pulled him out onto the dance floor.

As the drum beat started and 'Sing Sing Sing' by Benny Goodman came on, Byakuya made his way over to Kiki and bowed before standing straight and extending a hand, "May I have this dance?" He asked gesturing to the dance floor that was becoming a little more lively as even people who didn't know how to swing began doing the moves that Sym had shown Kiki and Byakuya.

Sym grinned and giggled as Ikkaku tossed her into the air but still listened closely as Ikkaku made his comments about Kiki and Byakuya. Glancing over at them she couldn't help but agree, "I think they'll both be good for each other. He won't change her too much but I think he will help to tame her wild side a little bit." She said as they got close again, but that time was brief before he had spun her out and began doing more advanced moves. Surprising Sym at first but she went along with it before she was turned and they started doing The Charlston. She leaned back a little, "I don't think he'd toss her in the air though. He wasn't keen on learning this kind of a dance in the first place. I do think he'll try some new moves with her though since she does seem to be getting the hang of it." She finished before quickly kissing his cheek then spinning around to face him again.

And she was right, Kiki was getting the hang of it so Byakuya began adding in a few twists and spins of course helping her to stay on her feet, "I have to admit, Sym was right...this is....enjoyable..." He muttered as he continued to spin her around. Though he did have the idea to toss her into the air but for the time being that wouldn't be too good of a choice since she might end up tripping over her own feet and pulling him down with her onto the floor which would be embarrassing. So he continued to spin her around, a small smile appearing on his face that only she could see.

"If that's the case, I know just what to do." Sym said slipping out of Yumichika's grasp, quickly turning Ikkaku to face her and lightly brushed her lips against his before disappearing and reappearing on stage as the song began to end. Picking up the microphone and holding it up to her mouth slightly panting, "Alright ladies and gentleman, the party is coming to a close." She announced causing a lot of disappointed sighs to leave the group, "But, there is time for one more song! Should it be a dance song or a karaoke song?" She asked looking around. The whole group roared with exclimations of what they wanted, karaoke being the loudest. Sym smiled, "Alright, who do you want to sing it?" She called looking around. Almost everyone in the bar started chanting Sym and Kiki's names.
Sym's smile got bigger as she selected the song but waited, "Will you join me for the last song Kiki-chan?" She asked looking at Kiki before extending her hand.

Byakuya looked from Sym to the other three, he had seen them having a little conversation though he wasn't sure what it was about. He had however seen Rangiku look his and Kiki's way which made him that much more uneasy. What were they planning? But his thoughts were quickly interrupted as the everyone started chanting Sym and Kiki's names to sing the last song of the night. He had quite enjoyed listening to her earlier but still could this be part of a plan they cooked up? Maybe he was over thinking things.

A sly smile appeared on Sym's lips but was followed by a tint of blush, knowing full well what the song entails but went back to back with Kiki and put her microphone on a nearby stand bringing it close to her body as they began to sing, ~"(Kiki) Electricity, eye to eye. Hey don't I know you? I can't speak, stripped of my senses on the spot. I've never been defenseless, I can't even make sense of this. You speak and I can't hear a word. (Both) What would happen if we kissed? Would your tongue slip past my lips? Would you run away? Would you stay? Or would I melt into you? Mouth to mouth, lust to lust. Spontaneously combust. (Sym) The room is spinning out of control. You act like you didn't notice, brush my hand forbidden fruit, ring on my finger. Your such a moral, moral man. Throw it away, no question. Will I pretend I'm innocent? (Both) What would happen if we kissed? Would your tongue slip past my lips? Would you run away? Would you stay? Or would I melt into you? Mouth to mouth, lust to lust. Spontaneously combust. What would happen if we kissed? (Sym) I struggle with myself again. (Kiki) The walls are quickly crumbling. (Sym) I don't think I can turn away. (Both) What would happen if we kissed? Would your tonge slip past my lips? Would you run away? Would you stay? Or would I melt into you? Mouth to mouth, if we kissed. Would your tongue slip past my lips? Would you run away? Would you stay? Or would I melt into you? Mouth to mouth, if we kissed. If we kissed."~ As they sang sudden kisses began happening all over the place but for those who were watching the girls jaws would be dropped at the sight of them. They may have been back to back but the way they were singing and moving would make any man have impure thoughts.

Even the ever serious Byakuya found himself blushing lightly and trying to direct his eyes away from the stage. But they continued to wonder back to the girls, Kiki in particular. While the song itself was something he didn't approve of, the way it was worded was in a more safisticated manner where he was able to stand staying there dispite his mind beginning to wonder. He tried to look away again, but for the first time, despite his better sense of honor, pride, and noble upbringing, he couldn't stop. It made his chest tight and him mentally slap himself but he still couldn't tear his eyes away from the sight before him of the very beautiful, seductive even woman who not long ago seemed so innocent.

As the song ended the crowd once again roared in approval but with Byakuya near the stage this time didn't bum rush the two beautiful and right now very sexy girls. Sym's blush was at its darkest knowing what was most likely on most of their minds but what really got it there was knowing it was on Ikkaku's. She could see it written all over his face before he hit his head on the table which made it that much more obvious to anyone who was even glancing in his direction. Sym ran her fingers through her ponytail as she smiled, "Thanks everyone!" She said into the microphone, "That's it, you don't have to go home but you can't stay here." She said with a wave as she then put on, 'This Afternoon' by Nickleback as she began to disassemble the karaoke machine to make things a little easier on the KJ when he recovered.

As she did that, a couple times when drinking was mentioned in the song, Rangiku, who had managed to pry herself away from Hisagi, would tilt her head back and pour a shot of sake down her throat, "Your leaving her at least a little tipsy, whether you like it or not." She said with a big smile.

Sym just smiled and shrugged, "Ok." About the time she was done she had a good buzz goin' as she let the song continue as she flash stepped to Ikkaku. A sly smile on her face as she placed a gentle hand on his shoulder, leaned in close so her breath could be felt passing over his ear as she then whispered, "I can see what your thinking about." Before Rangiku tilted her head back and poured another shot into her mouth making her giggle.

After the song had ended and Byakuya regained his composure and offered a hand to help Kiki off the stage, "While the song wasn't one I enjoy, you did very well." Was really all he could think of to say given what he had been thinking and feeling before. He suddenly felt a little nervous around her. What was going on? He hadn't felt this way since his wife. Of course being him, he didn't let it show in the slightlest. Even his hands were still steady despite his body wanting them to shiver at least a little from the sight that he had seen. What was in that sake?

"I will be heading home, but only after dropping you off first. You were supposed to be the guest of honor tonight, so someone should walk you home." Byakuya explained as he helped her off of the stage. Before he could say much more Rangiku suddenly grabbed the woman from behind and hugged her, "Matsumoto-fukutaicho, let her go." He said sternly.

Rangiku giggled and kissed Kiki's cheek, "Lighten up Kuchki-taicho." She said with a big smile, "Make sure to take good care of our little Kiki-chan. Be gentle with her!" She exclaimed as she let Kiki go and disappeared.

Soon after she was then grabbed by Kyouraku and pulled into a hug, "Congradulations again kiddo!" He exclaimed happily snuggling with her but one look at Byakuya's dissproval and he let her go chuckling, "Be careful walkin home, ya?" He finished rubbing her head before walking away.

Ukitake bowed to the both of them smiling, "Good night to the both of you." He said with a small smile before following Kyouraku's lead.

As the song ended Sym was tipsy as she went back up onto the stage and shut off the equipment. Then smiled happily as she stood on the edge of the stage before out of no where Renji grabbed her, tossed her over his shoulder and began walking toward the door with a big grin on his face, "Your coming home with me!" He said happily and loud enough for Ikkaku to hear.

Sym squirmed and got out of his grip, "No I'm not!" She exclaimed with a giggle knowing he was playing around.

Renji chuckled as he rubbed her head before kissing her cheek, "Ikkaku-kun is one lucky man. If I hadn't known about you liking him then I woulda asked you out myself!" He said with a big smile.

Sym blushed but smiled, "Don't lie!" She said with a giggle before suddenly being grabbed by the waist and pulled back into a hug from Kira, "Kira-kun!" She exclaimed happily as she turned and hugged him.

"You are such a beautiful woman! You should have more self confidence!" Kira exclaimed as he rubbed his cheek against hers.

Sym laughed as she let Kira go, "You sir, need to calm down on the alcohol. Go home, drink some water, get some rest." She said smiling and gently pushing him out the door before she was once again grabbed and pulled back into a hug, "What the hell? Did I turn into a baton again?" She asked looking back to see that it was Kyouraku hugging her and Ukitake standing beside him with his usual sweet smile.

Kyouraku nuzzled into her shoulder chuckling happily, "I'm so happy for you my little girl!" He said happily. He said that because about a year ago the two of them had gotten so close that he pretty much became a second father to her and he adopted her as his daughter. Not legally but he likes to call her his little girl from time to time and she calls him 'daddy' every once in a while, "Now remember, if he asks, its ok to go all the way on a first date." He said before letting her go and laughing.

Sym's blush darkened considerably, "Kyouraku-taicho! You know I'm not that way!" She said her hands on her hips.

"That's because you weren't with the right man until tonight!" Kyouraku exclaimed happily before stumbling out the door.

Ukitake chuckled lightly, "Good night and good luck, Sym-chan." He said as he went to leave but was wrapped in a gentle hug by Sym. He, being the kind Captain he is, hugged her back then took his leave as well.

Rangiku on the other hand wasn't as kind as the others as she came up behind Sym and promptly grabbed her chest, "Have fun tonight!" She exclaimed with a laugh as she then turned Sym around and kissed her nose before giggling and running out of the shop.

Sym's blush was at its darkest as she made her way back over to the table, "Ready to go home handsome?" She asked with a smile taking a seat next to him and gently kissing his head one of her hands gently falling onto his.

Byakuya extended his arm to her, "You maybe fine but I am still walking you home. It wouldn't be proper or honorable for a man like myself to let you walk home by yourself, even if you are strong enough to take care of yourself." He said before taking her hand and wrapping it around his arm before he began walking her back to her squad barracks.

Feeling Ikkaku gently squeezing her hand, and on top of that acting so bashful Sym grinned as she stood and hugged him, "Your so sweet and cute!" She said happily kissing his cheek before taking his hand in hers once again and heading for the door. She then suddenly stopped, turned, and bowed to the owners of the noodle shop, "Thank you for everything." She said as she straightened up, "Do you need help cleaning up?" She offered looking around.

Both of them shook their heads, "Its ok Sym-chan. We can take care of it and besides, your in the throws of young love. Enjoy the rest of your night." The wife said with a sweet smile.

Sym blushed but smiled, "Thank you again and good night." She said as she bowed again then grabbed Ikkaku's hand once again and headed out of the noodle shop and down the street.