AN: Welcome to "Our Unexpected Normal!" I'm so excited for this! It's gonna be a lot lighter than ANAIG & Fate Bound (most definitely Fate Bound). No wars, just..as normal as it gets stuff for them (aha I'm hilarious).
Since this is pre-ANAIG verse Imma clear some things up:
-Masaki/Szayel in ANAIG point out the reason Mpreg is possible is because Shiro is a hollow (or hollows in general). In this one Urahara points it out here when he checks up on Ichi. It was never proven. (- will answer this more. Trust me~)
-Ichigo's pregnancy is paid attention to more. Ichigo wasn't able to in ANAIG with the boys, because ya know, war. He also has a harder time because it's his first one. The twins took a lot out of him but Masaki wasn't that fun either.
-They hadn't planned on have Kaito and Ryuu in ANAIG, like they thought Masa was it, for good reason as you'll see. (Doesn't mean they don't love their boys, they adore them like Masa.) This is one of the reasons why The Twin pregnancy was so angsty because they went off of Masaki and she didn't come quietly.
-The Espada's don't know what's going on even though they are Hollows, neither do the Vizards. Ichigo is like..the test run for everything, huh?
-Any Flash backs will be either re-written or they will be changed slightly.
That's all I got! Now the disclaimer and story
Disclaimer: Don't own Bleach, just the OTP's baby.
It had been a two months since Ichigo and Shiro had married . Many believe they still shared a soul but that wasn't the case. Shiro's only connection was the sharing of their zanpakto, he had his own set of powers now with their Bankai and his own soul. Many who knew them were relieved to hear this, concerned on how that would play out because they were literally the same. It had worked for them, however.
Ichigo was a young adult now and as much as he wanted to go into college it had to wait. He knew after renting the house they lived in now he would want to wait and get a job to help with Shiro. Shiro had trouble finding work, his appearance an omen to many. It had pissed the albino off enough to suck it up an ask Urahara for work. Ichigo worked at a food market nearby, they got an employee discount while Ichigo worked part time like Shiro.
Hollows were still high on their list of things they had to take care off. Recently some of the old Espada force had joined them in the living world, after Szayel had fixed the ones up he could. Urahara had worked a deal to keep them under protection as long as the assisted in watching the hollows. Nel, Grimmjow and Ulquiorra lived in the living world. Orihime and Ulquiorra were dating at the moment, Ulquiorra starting to "gain a personality" as Renji put it.
Grimmjow and Nel lived in a house they had found abandoned. With help from everyone they fixed it up. An old friend of Ichigo's was a lawyer and worked out the details of owning the house. A lot had changed since the Winter War. Yamamoto was loosening up on his traditional ways.
Currently, however, Ichigo sat in their living room and was cuddled to a soft blanket they had bought. It had been the best decision of their life. He had just got off work and after a shower curled up to watch his favorite show. Hollows weren't a problem at the moment and Ichigo was grateful. Shiro was going to be home any minute and Ichigo just wanted it to be himself and his new husband.
They hadn't gone on a honeymoon, they didn't have the money too. They made a promise they would when they could. Ichigo sighed when a knock came at the door and he got up to answer it, well intended to until Renji and Rukia waltzed in. "What the hell do you two want?" Ichigo asked as they both walked in.
"Thanks." Renji said and snorted.
"We got a day off and decided to see how married life was." Rukia provided and looked at Ichigo.
Ichigo hid his smirk "It's good."
Renji looked at him "Still don't understand your guys' relationship."
At that moment Shiro decided to walk in, raising a snow brow to the two Shinigami in his home and hearing the comment. Rukia smacked her friends arm and looked over to see the albino man toe his shoes off and shut the door.
"Ya don' have to." Shiro commented and walked to the kitchen to grab a drink, kissing Ichigo's cheek.
"I'm just curious.."Renji said, shrugging.
"Not that important, Renji." Ichigo told him, not really wanting to have this conversation again. Isshin had fried Shiro when he had found out, because he knew what Shiro was. He knew he was the Hollow "White". It had taken a lot for Isshin to forgive but he hadn't forgotten.
"They're married now, so let it go." Rukia said and Shiro grinned at her.
"Thank ya."
"So i guess since you guys you guys could stay for dinner.." Ichigo offered, rubbing his arm now that he had to rethink their meal.
"No, we're fine Ichigo we just came to say Hi." Rukia said, noticing the change in body language.
Ichigo looked grateful. Ichigo and Shiro were doing well for themselves but having to feed more people would put them at a loss for food that could have fed them for another day.
"We're gonna go talk to Urahara then head back. We'll see you guys at the party right?"
"Mhm, I was told if we didn't i would have to face my sister's tears." Ichigo said, not wanting to see Yuzu cry.
"Alright, We''ll see you guys then?" "See ya then."
Nel was bouncing on the heels of her feet as she looked around her decorated home. She was enjoying the Living World quiet a bit, the sun was warm and forgiving while the eternal moon in Hueco Mundo was the opposite. She walked outside to the backyard, the house worked for Grimmjow and her. It was on the edge of town so there wasn't much commotion, which Grimmjow enjoyed greatly. The blue haired man was growing on her, they hadn't been on such great terms before but after seeing him make an effort for this new life..it made her smile.
Nel sat her hands on her hips and made a satisfied "Hmph." and nodded at the decorations. Grimmjow walked out into the backyard and saw Nel looking positively proud of herself.
"Ya finished?" Grimmjow asked, making the usually aware Nel jump and looked behind her at the large man. She recovered with grace and nodded.
"I did! I'm excited for this.." Nel laughed before she finished. "Ichi gets to find out about Yuzu and Jinta." Grimmjow groaned at the thought of that.
"I'm not cleanin' his mess up."
"Shiro will be there it'll be okay."
"Shiro won't do anythin' but laugh." Nel shook her head.
"Okay, Grimm. We'll see." Grimmjow shrugged and walked back in the house.
Nel just shook her head and smiled. Ichigo was even more hotheaded when it came to his little sisters, Jinta and Ichigo didn't really get along anyway. Jinta and Shiro didn't eithet, Jinta still thought of him nothing but a hollow. Shiro respected that, but Nel could see he was coming to his limits in terms of people thinking he was the same and that he was a good for nothing. Isshin still saw him as the Hollow "White" that had attacked Masaki all those years ago.
Nel sighed at all the thoughts and forced them away as she heard the front door open, Nel walked inside to see Orhime and Ulquiorra. Orihime had promised to bring some bread over. She had a bag of soda while Ulquiorra held onto a box for her.
"Hey guys! just put the stuff on that table." Nel said and gestured to the table in the kitchen.
The pair did as they were told and Grimmjow made and appearance again.
"Oh, you guys are here early."
"We had to get the bread then Orihime wanted to get some drinks for everyone." Ulquiorra informed, taking the drinks out of the bag.
"You didn't have to do that, Hime." Nel told the woman who just brushed it off.
"Everyone should be here soon."
"Who's all coming?" Orihime asked.
"I know that Rangiku, Toshiro, Rukia and Renji are coming then the Vizards, Chad, Uryu, The Kurosaki's, Ichigo, Shiro and Urahara's shop crew."
"Are we gonna be able to fit in here?"
"Mhm! The backyard is set up too."
"Awesome!" Nel smiled widely.
"Well Nel did it all. She did a damned good job." Grimmjow informed after sitting down. Nel's cheeks turned rosy and she continued to smile.
"It's good to know you didn't help her." Ulquiorra commented.
"Shut up!"
Ichigo hadn't been feeling well a few days later and Shiro was being jumpy as hell. It was really starting to piss the orange head off. He was tired as hell and had gotten sick at work, which made the manager send him home early. Shiro didn't know and Ichigo would like to keep it that way. He didn't need Shiro doting on him. Ichigo sighed, it was the night of the party, he didn't really want to go but didn't want to answer any questions on why.
Ichigo rubbed his face as he heard Shiro was home. Shiro found Ichigo on the couch, he was immediately concerned at the look on Ichigo's face. Things felt...off every time he was near Ichigo and it was making him jumpy and wanting to keep Ichigo from the world.
"Are ya okay?" Shiro asked as he sat next to Ichigo.
"I'm fine, Shi." Ichigo said and sighed.
"Do ya wanna go tonight?"
"We have to, you know that if we don't we wont ever hear the end of it." Ichigo informed and he saw the look of defeat on Shiro's face. Isshin would be there and would be pissed if they just didn't show.
"Let's get ready, we're gonna be late anyway." Shiro nodded
"Alright but you'll take it easy right?"
"I'm not going to be doing anything i don't have too, Shi."
"Good." Ichigo rolled his eyes and nearly jumped when Shiro pulled him in his lap.
Shiro kissed him softly and held him for a moment, knowing fully well that they had to get ready. Ichigo relaxed into the man and hummed. Shiro made him feel really calm and relaxed. He had been edgy all day but now that all didn't matter. Shiro sighed after a moment.
"Do ya wanna take a shower or a bath?"
"I'm gonna shower,It'll be faster." Ichigo said and got up begrudgingly. "Do you need a shower?" Ichigo then asked, looking at him.
"Nah, i got one this mornin'. I'll get ready while ya shower."
"Thank you." Ichigo replied and went to go take him shower, not before he turned around and pointed at Shiro and said. "No sneaking into my shower."
Shiro laughed and put his hands up. "I won't you can shower in peace..Today."
Ichigo only glared as shut the bathroom door.
Ichigo walked in with Shiro behind him, they were late but it's not like the party hadn't started.
"Ichigo!" was the warning before he was hugged in a vice grip.
"Nel, you're squishin' 'em." Shiro said before she let go.
"Sorry.." Nel said and put her hands on her shoulders then frowned when she saw how tired Ichigo looked. "Are you okay..? You look like you're sick." Ichigo waved her off.
"I'm alright Nel."
Shiro watched them, Nel looked up at the man and noticed this. She smiled softly and was going to say something but not before she was interrupted.
"ICCHHIIIGOOO"
Shiro tensed, stepping infront of Ichigo and raising his foot to meet the old man like Ichigo and Karin dealt with him. Isshin was taken back then looked shocked to see his now son in law before him. Yuzu and Karin saw the fight ready to start between the two and divided and conquered, Karin grabbing Urahara and dragging him to her father and Yuzu dragging Rukia to Shiro and Ichigo. Rangiku joined them on her own accord and hugged both men. Karin and Yuzu high-fived at their handy work and went to find their plus ones.
Rangkiu then stepped back and frowned at Ichigo, Rukia had the same expression on her face.
"Ichig-" Ichigo groaned.
"Don't start. I'm here, I'm staying. I'm just feeling a little under the weather. I'm fine." Rangiku was quiet before she smacked Shiro in the back on his head.
"What the hell?!" the albino yelled and glared at the woman.
"When he's being stupid you're supposed to be his common sense you dumbass." Rukia looked ready to applaud and Nel had sucked in a breath.
Ichigo tsked and walked away to greet Chad, Uyru, Orihime, Ulquiorra, Grimmjow, Renji and Shinji. The already formed group had already been looking on and Ichigo noticed Renji had been smirking at Shiro getting smacked. Shinji noticed this and smacked him too, which Renji look incredibly confused.
"Hi Ichigo" Shinji greeted with a grin that reminded both Espadas of the group of Nnitora. Ichigo smirked at the action and nodded his head.
"Hey guys."
"How have you been?" Chad asked, he could tell Ichigo was already agitated and didn't want to make that worse for his friend.
Ichigo noticed and his smirk stated in place. "I'm alright, you guys?" Orihime saw what Chad was trying to do so she assisted.
"We've been good!" she smiled. Ichigo noticed her hand wrapped around Ulquiorra's arm and a ring glinted at him.
"So how'd he do it?" Ichigo asked her casually.
This got the man beside her attention, his green eyes looking from Ichigo to Orihime when she looked at her now fiance.
"You two know how to hide things don't you?" Grimmjow said, then mumbling about how they're sneaky as hell.
"Well we went to the park then we went to dinner and he asked me then."
"I can help with your dress." Uyru offered and Orihime smiled at him and nodded. Ichigo noticed Ulquiorra did look happy but he looked like he was fighting on how to express it. Ulquiorra caught Ichigo looking at him while talking to Shinji.
"You'll be okay." He said, so only they could hear. Ulquiorra paused then nodded.
"Thank you."
As the party raged on Ichigo looked worse and worse. Shiro kept saying they should go home but Ichigo refused. He was in the kitchen getting something to drink when he heard someone walk in behind him.
"I'm fine Shiro, stop worrying about me."
"Can't even tell if it's your husband or not, ya must feel like shit." Grimmjow's voice came from behind him, causing Ichigo to turn and look at Grimmjow. "You're making him loose his mind, you should head home." the Sexta added. Ichigo groaned under his breath.
"Not you too. Literally your the last person i'd think that would give a shit." Ichigo mumbled, taking a deep breath when he felt dizzy. Grimmjow shrugged.
"I'd just like to be able to actually enjoy this party." Ichigo rolled his eyes and walked out into the living room, leaving Grimmjow behind. Yuzu saw her brother and ran over to him.
"Are you okay?"
"I'm fine, Yuzu."
"Right." Karin added as she walked over. Jinta soon joined the group.
"Ichigo.."
"Jinta.."
"Don't start, Ichi looks sick."
"I'm alright Yuzu i swear."
"You look ready to pass out." Jinta commented.
"I really didn't ask you."
"Ichigo.." Karin said. Ichigo sighed and mumbled a bye and began to walk off, making eye contact with Shiro. Shiro began to make his way over just as Ichigo felt the sudden bile rise in his throat. Isshin caught the look on his sons throat and got up, he nudged Urahara as he did it. Shiro started making his way to Ichigo as Ichigo made it to the nearest trash can and wretched up anything he had in his stomach.
The party went quiet as Ichigo felt a hand on his back. He dry heaved then leaned against the wall near the wall. Ichigo sat with his eyes closed for a little bit before he felt water being put into his hands. He opened them to see Shiro and his Dad handing him the water. He shook his head, Isshin had a serious look on his face looking at his son.
"You need to drink that."
"I'll throw up again, not right now." his son answered and sighed, looking at his concerned friends.
"Ichigo, lets go home." Shiro said and ran a hand through his hair. "Ya look ready to pass out."
Ichigo stared at him then nodded.
Ichigo laid in bed, Shiro had stayed home from work the next few days to look after Ichigo. Ichigo was still getting sick but he wasn't running a fever or anything. Orihime had stopped by with soup she had made which Shiro had been surprised at the normalcy of it. Ichigo was getting pale, however. Isshin was desperately trying to figure out what was wrong with his son.
Ichigo had snapped at Shiro today, telling him that he needed to go let some steam of and give him some alone time. Shiro was being really over protective and it was driving him nuts. Ichigo sighed when there was a knock on the door. The man got up to answer it, to his surprise and irritation it was Hiyori and Shinji.
"Why are you two here?"
"Thanks for the greeting."
"You look like shit."
"Thank, Hiyori."
The two walked in, toeing their shoes off. Hiyori reached into her pocket and handed a box to Ichigo.
"What is this?" He then paled at the label. "You're nuts."
"Not really..You feel like there are two people when your around. Hiyori came up with it, Urahara said everyone knew the feeling just didn't know it was from you. Shiro probably hasn't noticed because he's been too worried."
"That's..ridiculous you could be feeling Zangetsu or Tensa."
"Just go take the test, stupid. We're here cause Urahara sent us." That and curiosity.
Ichigo sighed and went to do what he was told, grumbling the whole way.
The time was finally up when he looked at the stick he went pale. What? That was impossible. How? Ichigo stared at it before going out into the living room.
The two Vizards looked up.
"So?"
"...I'm Pregnant."
AN: Hello! I hope you guys enjoy this! Lemme know what ya think
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Later lovely Hollows~!