Oh? I didn't think he truly needed anyone. He's rather independent, is he not?

[She speaks rather calmly for someone whose face is getting pretty red. She'd never really considered the possibility of falling in love with Jade, or anyone else after Raven for that matter. She had her shot, she was happy, and now it was over. Rukia was simply grateful she got to experience such a thing just once. Why demand more?]

[She exhales quietly and releases Anise's hands.]

Remember too that I am a soul reaper. The dead have no right to claim the love of the living. Ultimately, I would make him unhappy.