Had he not been disillusioned to his first assumptions about this world already, all the spirits would have failed to make him think otherwise. Yet with all the paranormal activity going on lately, he couldn't help but wonder if they would start haunting in higher numbers near where the Crystal while the others were busy dealing with that letter.

He'd seen that happen far too many times to not be cautious.

Arriving near dusk, he scanned around to see if anyone he recognized had the same idea. He was almost relieved to see Rukia, even if they didn't know each other well. Ira changed directions slightly, walking toward her with a wave.

"Thought the same thing too, huh." It wasn't much of a question as he glanced toward the red crystal that still gave off a light even as the sun faded beyond the horizon. Just confirmation that they both weren't alone in wanting to be sure that this thing wasn't attacked.