[Orihime had already turned and was almost to the door when Ichigo spoke. She stopped, her hand resting on the handle, but she didn't turn around.

It wasn't that the things he'd said were dark... They were just very revealing.

Softly, she spoke. Her head turning slightly, but still not looking.]

Maybe... But you're free now, Kurosaki-san. There's no more need to worry about me. But I... just want to thank you. For everything. Whether it was a dream or not, I'm glad I was able to meet you.

[She made herself smile, putting that into her words, before she pulled open the door and stepped outside. It was time to go home...]