Bleach Episode 16: Encounter: Abarai Renji!
Episode 16 of 366 of Bleach, aired January 25, 2005, 23 minutes. Available with English subtitles and dub where released.
Episode summary
The feelings Rukia have been experiencing of late drive her to run away. But she doesn't get far, as two familiar Shinigami come forth to claim her. Lucky for her the Quincy, Ishida Uryuu, was about the night-covered streets. And lucky for her Ichigo arrives. But Rukia's luck can only take her so far.