Ichigo decided to take a short cut to the apartment that he shared with his partner, Renji. His face blushed as he remember the night that Renji had given him the key to his apartment and asked him to move in. This was a sign that they had been getting serious, and that very night they made love for the first time. He soft giggle escaped his lips. "I can't wait until I get home!" He thought to himself, "I bet Renji has a hot meal waiting for me to eat!"

He pulled his sweater hood over his head as the light drizzle of rain turned into a heavy storm. He turned into a dark alley, which became illuminated only when lightning struck. He wished desperately that he had an umbrella or at least a heavier jacket. Suddenly he heard whimpering. Ichigo whipped around, scanning the dark, confined space as best he could. He could barely see in the dark and he honestly hoped it wasn't some rapist or gang member coming to hurt him.

Thunder clapped overhead, followed by a bright white flash of lightning. The lightning revealed a small shadow behind an over following dumpster. Ichigo slowly stepped closer, getting ready to attack if something came after him. He heard the whimper again, finally finding what it was coming from.

A midnight blue cat, which was about the size of a large dog, was shaking in fear behind the dumpster. "Oh, my god! Are you okay?" Ichigo asked, as if the animal was going to talk to him.

He reached his hand out as a little peace offering but receive a sharp hiss in return. The orange-haired teen jumped back with a start. Harsh, sapphire blue eyes looked up at him.

"Sweetie, it's okay. I wont hurt you, I promise." he whispered softly.

The cat tentatively sniffed the boy. "Come here, follow me home. I'll give you something to eat."

Ichigo stood up and began walking towards his home. Slowly the cat crept behind him, trying to seek shelter under the teen's sweater.

"Poor thing," Ichigo thought. He hoped Renji would be okay with him bringing the cat home. If not…well he'd just have to deal with it.

XXX

"Renji! I'm home! And I've got a surprise for you!" Ichigo called into the seemingly empty home. The dark cat shook out his fur, drenching Ichigo even more.

"I'm in the kitchen, babe!" Renji called back. Ichigo took his shoes off by the door and padded into the kitchen. His tall red-headed lover was bent over, pulling a baked lasagna from the oven. He placed the hot aluminum pan on the stove and took off his oven mitts. His little strawberry bounced over and gave him a quick peck on the lips.

"Hmm…are you wearing chap stick?" Renji questioned as he tasted the sweet flavor of cherry on his lips.

"Of course. My lips were chapped!" Ichigo chuckled.

Renji sighed. "So what's this "surprise" you have for me?"

"Ok. I got us…a kitty!" Right on cue the cat shakily made its was into the kitchen.

Renji backed away, a little frightened at the size of the cat. "Ichigo that thing could have rabies! Did you just pick it off the street? I mean, look at the size of that thing!"

The cat ran away, seeking shelter behind Ichigo's thin legs. "Renji, don't shoot! Who knows what this poor creature has been through! He just had to walk through the rain, he's terrified!" He reached behind him and rubbed the cat behind his ears, making the creature purr in pleasure.

Renji let out a heavy breath. "Well he is kind of cute…" He bent over and kissed the large cat on its forehead. The animal staring sniffling at the tall man's crotch.

Ichigo laughed out loud. "Ha-ha! No! Bad kitty! Don't sniff that! It's all mine."

The redhead gave his lover a fake smile. "Honey, can I talk to you away from the c-a-t?" Even before Ichigo could answer Renji pulled him away from the shivering creature. "You idiot! We cant afford a cat! We'd end up paying for all the veterinary bills, food, liter, medical coverage. Do you have any ideas how stupid this is?"

Ichigo's bottom lip puffed out in a pout. "But Renji, how could you even resist that cute face!"

The large cat passed between the legs of both boys, purring loudly. Renji stared at the animal and growled. "Stupid cute cat! Why can't you be ugly so I don't have to like you so damn much?"

The creature jumped up into Renji's lap and licked at the crotch of his blue jeans. "God, you're a horny little fucker! Get off!" Renji cried.

Ichigo gasped. "Renji, maybe he's gay!" The young boy pointed to the backside of the large animal.

"What?" Renji looked under the cat's tail. It was definitely a boy. "Oh, wow. I guess you'll fit right in. Whatever, let's just eat and worry about this later, okay Ichi?"

The young boy nodded. "Sure." He grabbed two plates and forks and handed them to Renji. His lover served them both large helpings of his homemade lasagna. The two then retreated to the living room to watch a marathon of their favorite show.

XXX

Renji put both plates in the dishwasher and closed it. He turned back to the counter to put the rest of the lasagna away but the pan was completely empty. "What the hell?"

He looked around and spotted the cat curled up in a ball underneath the kitchen counter. Renji tapped him lightly with his foot. The cat opened one eyes and yawned, lazily.

"What's wrong, Renji?" Ichigo asked as he walked into the small kitchen.

"That stupid cat ate the lasagna!"

"So? He might've been hungry! We have nothing else to feed him! After school tomorrow I'll go to the pet store and buy him some regular cat food, ok?" The young boy caressed Renji's face in his hands and kissed him gently.

"Don't try and butter me up, Kurosaki!" Renji protested. Ichigo wrapped his arms around his love's neck and brought him down for another kiss. The cat stared on from his little spot beneath the counter; he stared intently at the couple. Renji slipped his hands underneath his boyfriend's tight little shirt while Ichigo moved his hands into Renji's pants.

"Damn, you always get me started." the redhead panted.

The feisty teen grabbed onto his boyfriend's ass. "C'mon, sexy. Let's go into the bedroom." He grabbed onto Renji's hand and lead him to there cozy room.

XXX

"Bye, babe! Remember to get the cat stuff after school." Renji said as he gave Ichigo a sweet kiss. The younger boy pulled on his shoes and grabbed his school bag.

"I can't wait until I graduate from school. Maybe then we can spend a little more time together." Ichigo said.

"We'll see, love. Just have fun at school." Renji handed his young lover his lunch and closed the door as he stepped out. Renji yawned and stretched his sleepy body. Just as he was walking back to the bedroom, he ran into a large mass. Renji looked up and stared at the blue haired, naked man in front of him.

The redhead screamed as loud as he could. The man's eyes widened in shock. He jumped back onto the kitchen counter and hissed.

"Who the hell are you!" Renji asked.

The man morphed back into the cat that Ichigo had brought home last night. "No way!" Renji exclaimed. He carefully walked to the cat, who transformed once again.

"Hey." He said in a deep, husky voice.

"Um…hi." Renji's dark eyes trailed from the man's chest, to his stomach and even lower still. The man was absolutely naked and gorgeous. "How did you change into a cat?"

"I am not a cat. I am a young panther. My clan calls me Grimmjow."

"Oh wow. I'm not dreaming am I?" Renji asked.

Grimmjow smiled and licked Renji's lips. "No, you're not, human." He slid down from the counter, his body brushing against Renji's for a moment. "You got any meat? I'm hungry."

Renji blushed and looked away from the bare flesh. "Maybe I-I should get you some clothes."

"Clothes?" The shape shifter questioned, "I am not tamed. I will not wear clothes. I am free."

"But I can't have you naked around the house!" Renji cried. Suddenly the shifter pressed his lips against Renji's, pulling their bodies close and holding him tight. The redhead's eyes went wide as he pushed the man away. "What the hell? I have a boyfriend!"

Grimmjow gave him a confused look. "Is that not how your mate directed you away from your anger?"

Renji thought for a moment. "Well, yes, but you just cant do that!"

Suddenly Grimmjow fell to the floor, clutching his stomach and growling in pain. "Holy shit! Are you okay? What's wrong?" Renji asked.

The shifter fell onto Renji's lap. And grunted. "It's mating season and I don't have a mate. My body is just in heat. It's worse now because I've reached the peak of my sexual maturity."

The redhead blushed deeply. "What are you going to do?" He was cradling the man's head in his lap now.

"Battle it out, like every year."

"But…it looks so painful." Renji replied.

"Oh it is."

The redhead looked away. "Grimmjow…I'll help you, if it's only a mutual thing. I wish Ichigo could see how much pain you're in. he would definitely understand."

"We will mate then?" Grimmjow asked, his voice filled with hope.

Renji nodded as he helped the shifter up. "Thank you." Grimmjow whispered. The redhead lead him to the bedroom and immediately started to rid his body of his clothes. He sat on the bed beside Grimmjow. The blue haired boy caressed Renji's cheek as his lips feel in sync with his. The smaller boy's chest began to heave up and down as nervousness set in.

Grimmjow encased the left side of Renji's chest in his large hand. His rubbed the soft, smooth skin trying to soothe Renji's nerves. Slowly his fingers moved down to take a nipple between them. The slightest tweak made Renji moan in pleasure. Grimmjow took the opportunity to slip his tongue into the wet heat. The two made their way down onto the mattress, their tongues fighting for dominance along the way. Renji threaded his slim fingers through Grimmjow's soft blue hair. "Oh…Grimmjow."

Ichigo came through the door and kicked his shoes off. Karakura high was having troubles with their pipe lines and decided to send the students home early. "Damn school! Made me get dressed and wake up early for nothing!" he mumbled to himself.

He dropped his schoolbag and made his way to the bedroom. "Renji?" He peered inside and what he saw shocked him.

Grimmjow and Renji gasped and pulled away from each other. "Ichigo baby, I can explain!"