Pairing: Tyr x Ichigo (top x bottom) one-sided Kenpachi x Ichigo

This is the one shot for those who wanted it from my Sin story, and was also supposed to be a B-day present for my beta KitsuneKiri, but she wanted something different instead =) For those who haven't read it, there isn't any need to, really. Tyr is the god of war from Norse mythology so I don't know if he is considered to be a 'male original character' or not. The description of him and his personality is something that I created, though.

Summary: Ichigo is a strange young man who pays patronage to both the god of war Tyr and the goddess of virginity Artemis (Greek mythology). Tyr has always appreciated Ichigo's devotion and the tributes he gives Tyr, but he wants to be the only god Ichigo pays patronage to.

I don't own Bleach, other than for my tightie whities.

Beta'd by the kick-ass Warrior Nun =3 Thanks!

My Patron: Part 1 of 2

Ichigo bowed his head as he knelt before the altar dedicated Tyr he made himself in his own home. On the stone surface which was covered with wax from the candles he burned there he laid the dagger he acquired from his recent battle. The blade was sharp and the hilt was covered with jewels that made it both unique and very expensive. It was still covered in the previous owner's blood.

"Please accept this dagger as homage to your greatness and give me the strength to win future battles, my god Tyr," he said solemnly as he raised his hand over the plain altar and with a quick slash, cut his palm with his own sword. He hissed as he opened the raw wound he created over and over again, but never regretted. Blood ripped from the gash and trickled over the dagger and the candles, snuffing their flames. He gave one last bow and stood from Tyr's altar and held his hand to his chest as he moved to the other one which he held in equal regard.

They were in two different rooms because they were represented by different directions of North, South, East and West. This altar was just as plain, but it was kept clean of blood and overflowing wax which Ichigo felt Artemis would not appreciate.

"Dear goddess, I thank thee for giving me the strength to keep Kenpachi and my other suitors at bay in order to protect my chastity," Ichigo murmured and fought not to cringe at the memory of Kenpachi pinning him against the wall and panting in his ear.

If Nnoitra hadn't come along and demanded the right to take Ichigo as well allowing him to escape, Ichigo was certain that Kenpachi would have taken him without regard for Ichigo's protests and probable pain. It wasn't the first time that the Karakura captain had tried something like that, and once the muscular man managed to get his… fingers inside of Ichigo before his father interfered. That was when Ichigo decided that he should give the goddess Artemis his attention in an attempt to protect him. Thus far it actually seemed to work, too.

He was roused from his thoughts by the shouts of his father and his two younger sisters, making him smile softly before leaving the room. Yuzu and Karin also gave homage to Artemis while his father was more devoted to Tyr, although he had seen his father praying to Artemis before, but that was for his children and not himself.

…

The tall god didn't so much as walk, but strode across the bright green pastures to the small yet regal house Artemis resided in. He looked out of place in this cheerful place with his short, spiky black hair with red tips and a neatly trimmed goatee just as dark as his hair. His tan skin made his blue eyes stand out even more and at the moment they were narrowed in anger.

His bare feet moved over the dirt in a way that would have felt blissful, but Tyr didn't even notice it. He wore leather pants made from the Bull of Insanity which Tyr slew himself. His belt was empty of the large battle ax that he usually carried around because he didn't want to give Artemis the impression he was trying to start something. His chest was bare of a shirt so it was obvious that his body was smooth and unmarred from scars or other imperfections other than the tattoos of snarling predators. He had never lost a battle or been wounded so he never had to heal from them.

He stepped up to the door of the cottage and knocked on the door immediately a soft, sweet voice answered. "Come in!" Artemis cried and Tyr did just that. He had to duck his head to get through the threshold he was so tall.

The inside of the regal cottage was far larger than the outside implicated, but Tyr didn't pay attention to it because he was focused on the short goddess who sat in a rocking chair, knitting a blanket.

"Tyr, what a welcome surprise," Artemis said, her eyes kind and lined with wrinkles that was not filled with the plumpness of her figure. She wasn't stout, but voluptuous of figure in a way that was both large yet not unappealing. Tyr had no interest in her, however, and he gave her the slightest of nods in response to her greeting.

"I want Ichigo Kurosaki for myself," Tyr said immediately without any small talk. Artemis blinked in surprise at the abrupt statement and frowned, putting aside her knitting.

"He gives patronage to the both of use, I don't see why-"

"He is a warrior; he should be devoting himself in his entirety to me. I don't understand why a young man would need your influences." The worst were blunt and rude, but Tyr's face was impassive and blank. Artemis wasn't fooled, however. She knew that it was but the eye of a storm and when Tyr was emotional, he was very emotional.

"He needs me because Kenpachi Zaraki," she paused as she said the name to wait for Tyr to recognize it, "is pursuing him and the measures that he takes are far too extreme for Ichigo to handle alone."

Tyr rubbed his chin in thought with his eyes staring off into the distance instead of at Artemis. "Kenpachi Zaraki…" He repeated to himself. He recognized the name almost immediately because of the lust for battle that resided in the man which was almost equal to Tyr's own. Zaraki's own patronage to Tyr often included the body parts or whatever piece of flesh was still in tact from Zaraki's opponents. "Why would his pursuing Ichigo concern you? They have fought before and I was under the impression that Kenpachi didn't want to kill Ichigo…" He trailed off at Artemis' bemused look.

"By pursuit I mean that Kenpachi wishes to claim Ichigo's virginity and be bonded in marriage." It wasn't completely unusual for same-sex marriages to take place, although some frowned upon it. It was seen as something natural which wasn't something the gods protested.

"Marriage?" Tyr echoed Artemis' words and was honestly perplexed. "Why would Kenpachi wish to marry Ichigo?"

Artemis gave another laugh which fell away as she realized that Tyr simply stared blankly. "Have you ever seen Ichigo, or did you just listen to his words and bask in the power from his fights?"

"I haven't ever looked upon him, I didn't find it necessary," Tyr muttered, not feeling the need to explain himself to this goddess who took Ichigo's time and energy away from him.

"Then I suggest you do so. But until Ichigo stops giving me patronage or loses his virginity, I will not command him to do so," she said and returned to her knitting. Tyr frowned but didn't push the issue any further.

He turned and left, lost in his own thoughts as he returned to his own world. He went to one of the chambers he stored his weapons in and retrieved his battle ax which he slid into the loop of his belt there for that purpose. He started to head toward his training room, and then hesitated. He was curious and he became irritable if it was not sated after too long.

He changed directions and walked toward the rooms he kept most of the 'useless shit' given to him that wasn't normally of any interest. There he kept an orb which had the ability to show anything or anybody the user said to it. He pulled off the silk fabric covering it and scooped the surprisingly light ball into his hand to stare within it.

"Ichigo Kurosaki," he said clearly and the orb shimmered for a moment before a figure was revealed to him.

He knew instantly what Artemis was insinuating about his looks as he gazed upon the beautiful man. He was strong, that was something Tyr already knew, but he didn't expect Ichigo to also be lithe, with long, slim limbs. His hair was bright orange and his face was bared in a scowl that didn't do anything to detract from his beauty. If anything it made him even more attractive to Tyr who felt the fire and passion burn within Ichigo from it.

He wanted to study Ichigo further, but the image was suddenly disrupted by another man pushing Ichigo against a wall. Tyr frowned as he realized that this was Kenpachi Zaraki who was pinning Ichigo against the wall and kissed him. Tyr frowned. For some reason a strange feeling gripped his chest as he watched Zaraki force himself on Ichigo. Tyr fingered the handle of his ax when Zaraki began to rip off Ichigo's clothes and his fingers disappeared somewhere behind Ichigo. Ichigo gave a sharp cry and it was clear that what Zaraki wanted to give to Ichigo, Ichigo didn't want to take it.

Tyr had a choice to make. On one hand if he allowed Kenpachi to continue then Ichigo would no longer be a virgin and therefore would no longer worship Artemis. However, it also meant that Ichigo would be taken by force and the thought of it made Tyr's stomach churn in distaste. He would not allow his loyal human to be harmed in such a manner.

He normally didn't take such a direct influence with his worshipers, but he was compelled to do so by forces he didn't understand. In a second he was in the human world and standing ten feet away from the two men in a dark alley. Neither of them had noticed Tyr's presence yet because their attention was only on each other.

Ichigo's protest had risen in volume until he was almost screaming and Tyr saw that Kenpachi already had his pants down. The large man had lifted Ichigo up and held Ichigo up against the wall with Ichigo's legs on either side of him. He was just getting ready to thrust when Tyr attacked. Kenpachi barely managed to dodge in time to save his head, but he received a vicious cut that nearly took his ear off.

Ichigo twisted away from Kenpachi and got out of the way of the area that his savior and Kenpachi were fighting in. He pulled on his clothes with trembling hands and took the opportunity to study his savior. He was a rather attractive man who was tall and muscular, but not thick and bulging. The weapon he used was an ax and it made Ichigo flinch at the thought of his obvious defeat when Kenpachi fell before him.

The shocked human stared at Kenpachi's fallen body that his savior knelt beside to use his clothes in order to clean his ax. Only then did he turn to face Ichigo who swallowed thickly before stepping forward.

"Thank you," he said in a hoarse voice that was damaged from his screams. The man tilted his head to the side and ran his blue eyes up and down Ichigo's body in a way that made Ichigo want to fidget.

"You're even more beautiful in person," Tyr said clearly and Ichigo frowned.

"I beg your pardon?" He said stiffly and Tyr shook out of the daze he was in.

"You are more than welcome for saving you," Tyr tried again. "Are you unharmed?"

"Yeah," Ichigo said, his expression relaxing once more. "My name is Ichigo Kurosaki, what is yours?"

For a second Tyr didn't answer as he thought he shouldn't tell Ichigo who he really was. "Mars," Tyr said the first name that popped into his head. Ichigo raised an eyebrow at the lack of a last name but didn't question it. For some reason Ichigo felt a sense of familiarity with this man, and it wasn't exactly a bad feeling.

"Is there anything I can do to repay you, Mars?" Ichigo asked and Tyr could hear the hesitation and wariness in his tone.

"Would you allow me the opportunity to court you?" The words slipped from Tyr's mouth easily and naturally before he had the chance to sensor his thoughts to speech conduit.

Ichigo looked surprised for a moment and he shifted uncomfortably as he looked away from 'Mars.' "I don't have to sleep with you?" Ichigo asked suspiciously. For a moment Tyr didn't understand what Ichigo meant and then his brain helpfully supplied that Ichigo meant sex, not actual sleeping.

"No," Tyr said and cocked his head to the side. "Although I would not be adverse to the idea…"

"That's…" Ichigo trailed off and shook his head. "No," he finally said simply and Tyr felt a pang of disappointment. Why, though? It had been a long time since Tyr had been interested in anyone that way and he was confused as to why he would be now.

"Might I have the chance to escort you to your home?" Tyr asked and held out his arm to Ichigo in a gentlemanly manner. Ichigo's eyes roved over Tyr's bare chest and tattoos, making his face turned crimson as he hesitantly stepped up to Tyr and laid his arm over Tyr's which was decorated by a snarling tiger.

Ichigo navigated the city of Karakura to a much sunnier and cheerful section which was buzzing with activity from the market. There were also performers and other people with bizarre appearances so Ichigo and Tyr didn't stick out as he escorted Ichigo home. Tyr noted that Ichigo lived at a house with the sign for a doctor over a clinic adjoined to it.

"This is my house," Ichigo said and moved to step away, but Tyr snagged his arm.

"Am I allowed to call on you tomorrow or do I need your father's permission?"

"That old goat doesn't need to know where I am at all times," Ichigo said with a huff.

The place where he touched Tyr and now the latter was touching him felt warm and sensitive.

"Very well, I shall see you then," Tyr lifted Ichigo's hand and bent over in a bow to press a kiss to it. He very much enjoyed Ichigo's blush as he walked away, glancing over his shoulder until he was out of sight. Then he popped back up to his realm and began to plan while attending to his godly duties.

He made up his mind. For a long time Tyr coveted Ichigo's attention and the strange emotions that it evoked within him. Although it never occurred to Tyr to actually view the young man, he had always enjoyed the sound of his voice as he praised Tyr and gave tribute to him.

Ichigo Kurosaki would be his.

…

Ichigo didn't realize the seriousness and passion of Mars desire to court him. Just as he said, the next day Mars showed up at his door bearing daisies that was picked from a field nearby. He had a silly grin on his face that looked slightly maniacal when paired with the sharp teeth in his maw. Ichigo burst out laughing and Mars looked confused for a moment, his head cocked to the side in a familiar stance of interest and curiosity that Ichigo found endearing.

They went on what could be considered events of courtship, although it wasn't ever something that Mars formally requested. He also always when bare foot and half naked on all their outings. Ichigo asked him about it once and Mars looked confused about why that would be strange. Sometimes Ichigo wondered if Mars was from a different world or something.

Ichigo enjoyed Mars' company. He provided Ichigo with conversation that never lacked intellect or wit which always entertained Ichigo. They also sparred sometimes, which Ichigo enjoyed as well. Kenpachi was still recuperating so he hadn't attacked Ichigo recently, but there were more than enough others who wanted to fight Ichigo, whether to earn their right for marriage or because they didn't like the way he looked.

They were walking back to Ichigo's house after one such brawl, both of them cheery and Ichigo still buzzing with adrenaline. Mars never even broke a sweat or looked the slightest bit exerted during the entire fight, even though it was against ten men.

"Do you want to come inside?" Ichigo asked when they got there and Mars' eyes light up with happiness. "My dad and my sisters are home," Ichigo said quickly before Mars could get any ideas.

Mars didn't look put out which made Ichigo relieved. Maybe Mars wanted him for more than just sex? It was something that Ichigo considered as he let Mars inside. He led Ichigo into the kitchen where Yuzu was making dinner and Karin was aiding her by chopping vegetables.

"Brother!" Yuzu cried cheerfully and Ichigo walked over to give her a peck on the head. 'Mars' enjoyed the smile Ichigo gave which did not go unnoticed by the dark haired sister.

"Are you another suitor?" She asked bluntly and Ichigo was about to admonish her when Mars answered without hesitation.

"Yes," he said bluntly and smiled. Karin was a bit startled by the sharpness of his teeth which looked dangerous enough to kill. "I believe I should speak with his father before I make my intentions official."

"No need to fear, daddy is here!" Isshin yelled loudly as he sprang into the room with a broad grin.

Tyr recognized him instantly. He never would have guessed that Ichigo's father was one of the great warriors that Tyr has personally met in order to give aid. He had assumed that the same last name was nothing more than coincidence, but apparently he was wrong. He also knew that Isshin recognized him and his cover was definitely blown.

"Hey, goat-face, this is the guy who saved me from Kenpachi, his name is-"

"Tyr!" Isshin said with a happy grin on his face. Ichigo and his sisters froze at the name. "I would never imagine that the god of war would be in my house, and also interested in my precious son!"

"T-Tyr?" Ichigo stuttered with wide eyes and instead of awe in them, Tyr saw hurt that he had withheld that knowledge from him.

"Hm, he didn't tell you?" Isshin asked his son and pressed his thumb in between his lips to gnaw at it. "Woops! You guys better talk about this alone," he said as he pushed both Tyr and Ichigo out of the kitchen and into the dining room. He left them standing there, staring at each other.

"Funny you didn't mention your real name, Tyr," Ichigo said coldly and Tyr frowned. He reached out to touch Ichigo but he flinched and pulled away from the god of war. "Why did you lie to me?"

"I didn't think it would be a good idea to tell you that I was a god right away," Tyr said and braced his arms on his hips to stare down at Ichigo. "You wouldn't have been so relaxed and easy going around me if you knew…"

"That doesn't excuse lying to me," Ichigo said in distaste and crossed his arms over his chest. "I can't believe I actually liked you."

"Why would that change now?" Tyr asked in confusion and Ichigo looked at him in disbelief.

"You're a god that's been playing around with me this whole time!" He snapped and his eyes flared with emotion and fire. "Is this how you spend your time? Laughing at mortals who dare to-"

He was cut off by Tyr grabbing the back of his head and kissing him. Ichigo expected teeth and pain to accompany the kiss, but none came. Instead it was gentle yet firm, without even any tongue. It was open-mouthed nonetheless and Ichigo let out a surprised moan as Tyr caressed his lips with light sucks and nips that felt far too pleasurable. Their height difference was only slightly awkward, but that could be fixed by Tyr lifting Ichigo up with Ichigo's legs wrapped around his waist-

Ichigo let out a yelp as a strong hand squeezed his butt and he pushed the god away. He knew it was only because Tyr allowed him to do so, but he was still pissed. He ignored the (hurt) confused look on Tyr's face as he wiped his mouth with the back of his hand.

"You can't just do stuff like that without my permission!" Ichigo said in mortification and Tyr's expression brightened.

"Can I do it with your permission?" He asked and Ichigo turned bright red.

"Look Mars, Tyr… whatever. I need some time to think about this," Ichigo muttered without looking at Tyr.

"How much time?" Tyr asked and Ichigo thought about it for a second.

"A week. If you really are interested in me…"

"I am. I thought that was obvious." He gave Ichigo a look that told Ichigo clearly that Tyr thought he was being slow.

"Give me a week to think this over," Ichigo said.

"Very well," Tyr said and studied Ichigo one last time before sighing and disappearing into his own realm. Ichigo stared at the spot he was a second before and felt his chest tighten.

This was all too much. He liked Mars. He really liked Mars. But now apparently Mars was actually Tyr, the god of war which Ichigo worshipped. It was all very mind-boggling. He was a fucking god! What the hell did he want with someone like Ichigo, if not just to fuck him?

Ichigo sighed loudly and rubbed his temples. This was going to be a long week.

LINE

Like I said above, this was originally intended to be a b-day gift for my beta, but she wanted a little something different and I was already half way through this, so I decided to just write both =)

Please feel free to point out mistakes I made or typos so I can correct them. I also please review!