Aizen could be getting ready to strike back at 'him' by taking her away. What crueler blow than one that hits both heart and pride?
I think it best to encourage removal of the Mark. It's a two-way street, feeding Rangiku means feeding Xulchilbara as well. She does seem more of her self when weakened, maybe 'starving' could break 'his' hold?
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I think it best to encourage removal of the Mark. It's a two-way street, feeding Rangiku means feeding Xulchilbara as well. She does seem more of her self when weakened, maybe 'starving' could break 'his' hold?