Chapter 6: Caught

Ichigo sighed deeply as his eyes flickered open. His gaze focused on the pillow next to him and he frowned. Something's not right. Laying down again a glimmer caught his eye and he glanced down at the pendant resting on his chest. He ran a finger down the moon and grinned giddily.

A warm breeze ruffled his hair and Ichigo lifted his head, squinting at the open door leading onto the balcony. As his eyesight focused he saw blue and smiled. Grimmjow. Lifting himself up into a sitting position, he groaned as a throbbing pain shot through his lower back. Glancing around, he spotted Grimmjow's shirt discarded on the floor and crawled out of the bed to pick it up. Slipping his arms in, the shirt fell on his form and he re-buttoned it. Glancing in the mirror, Ichigo smiled at his reflection.

Grimmjow's shirt rested on his shoulders, dipping on one to show off the peachy skin. The shirt reached mid-thigh on him, exposing enough skin to be tempting and keep him covered up. His pendant rested just above the first button, showing off the gift whilst keeping it partially covered.

Deeming himself presentable, Ichigo ran a hand over his hair to flatten it before stepping outside to join Grimmjow. Smiling as the warm sun hit his face, Ichigo could see that Grimmjow was leaning on the railing, gazing out at the kingdom. Ichigo stopped to admire his broad back and bronzed skin for a few moments before announcing his presence.

"Hey." He murmured softly, wrapping his arms around Grimmjow's body and pressing his head against the man's shoulder blade.

"Hey." Grimmjow replied, smiling at the contact and leaning back.

"Are you ok?"

"Shouldn't I be asking you that?"

Ichigo grinned. "Probably."

Grimmjow turned around and smiled down and him. "I'm fine. How are you?"

Ichigo rested his chin on Grimmjow chest with a hum. "M'fine. Just a bit sore."

"Sure?"

"Yes. I feel fine, great in fact."

Lifting his head and standing on tiptoes, Ichigo kissed Grimmjow, running his hand through tousled blue hair. Grimmjow's hands gripped his hips, pulling their bodies closer together and ran his tongue along Ichigo bottom lip, being granted immediate access. When they broke apart Ichigo grinned and pressed a soft kiss to his cheek.

"I love you."

"I love you too Ichi."

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Masaki smiled softly as Isshin pointed excitedly. "Look Masaki, over there!" He grabbed his binoculars and followed the progress of a swooping bird. "They really are fascinating creatures. Spectacular."

Masaki chuckled and shook her head. Bird watching was Isshin's passion, and he often went out in the gardens to watch them, taking Masaki with him.

She glanced back as running footsteps were heard and Nel ran over grinning. "Hi mum!"

"Hello Nelliel. What's got you in such a hurry?"

"I was wondering if you've seen Grimmjow."

"No not today. He didn't come down for breakfast earlier, was he not in his room?"

Nel shook her head. "No. We can't find him anywhere."

"Maybe he's with Ichigo, he wasn't down earlier either." Masaki suggested and Nel snorted.

"Ichigo doesn't even like Grimmjow."

"You never know."

"Ok. Thanks mum!" Nel started running back up to castle and waved behind her at her parents.

"Was that Nelliel?" Isshin asked, tearing his attention away from the birds to ask.

"Yes, she was looking for Grimmjow."

The king frowned in thought. "It isn't like him to disappear."

"He'll be around somewhere."

Isshin nodded and his eyes widened with childish glee. "Up there Masaki!" He grinned and jammed the binoculars back to his eyes as a bird flew overhead. Isshin started following it, the device still glued to his eyes and tripped on a root. He jumped back up and continued watching the bird.

Masaki sighed at his behaviour and glanced at the castle, she caught sight of something blue and smiled, bring the binoculars from her neck to her eyes. "I wonder why Grimmjow's there?"

She raised an eyebrow as she could now see he was leaning on a balcony, shirtless. She frowned slightly as she took in the familiar balcony. Isn't that Ichigo's room? Why would Grimmjow be there and without a shirt on? Masaki's thoughts were soon answered as Ichigo appeared from the room. This time both her eyebrows rose and almost disappeared into her hairline as she took in her son's attire.

She watched as Ichigo hugged Grimmjow from behind and him turn around as they talked. Her mouth opened slightly as they kissed and from what she could see, this wasn't a new development. The two men broke apart and talked a few moments before Ichigo took Grimmjow's hand and lead him inside.

"Well isn't that interesting."

"What dear?"

Masaki removed the binoculars and smiled at her husband. "Oh nothing."

Isshin was about to ask what she meant but another bird flew above them and he grinned, running after it.

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"Hey Grimm?"

"Yeah?

Ichigo turned and gently ran his hands down Grimmjow's upper arms, frowing at the bruises. "I'm sorry for bruising you."

Grimmjow chuckled. "It's not that bad. Besides, I think I probably did more damage to you."

"You got that right." Ichigo grinned and pulled Grimmjow head down into another kiss, breaking away only when he needed air.

Grimmjow's head pressed against Ichigo's. "I have to admit, you look pretty sexy in my shirt."

"You think?" Ichigo let go of his hand and moved away. Glancing slyly at Grimmjow, his hand lifted to undo the first few buttons so it was open down to his stomach. "And now?"

Grimmjow growled and moved forward, pushing Ichigo against the wall as their mouths met. "You pushing your luck Ichi."

"Maybe I want to."

He smirked and pressed their lips together again. Grimmjow's hand trailed down Ichigo's thigh and grasped the back, lifting his leg to around his waist. Getting the hint Ichigo moved his other leg and wrapped it around Grimmjow's waist, feeling his body being lifted and pressed against the wall for support.

He looked down and Grimmjow and grinned. "What's up Grimm?"

"I want you." He murmured, kissing down Ichigo's neck and nipping at his collar bone.

Ichigo's breathing hitched and his grip on Grimmjow's shoulders tightened. "You know I can't have sex right now. It'll hurt too much."

"I know. But we can do other things besides sex."

"Sounds like a good idea."

"That's what I thought." Grimmjow captured Ichigo's mouth again as his hands travelled down and opened the remainder of the shirts buttons.

Ichigo moaned and grasped Grimmjow's hair as he kissed down his chest. "Grimm, keep going."

"Mmm."

Neither of them noticed as the door opened, the same occurring with the person entering. "Are you getting up today Ichigo?" Yoruichi called, opening the door and walking in, her smile freezing on her face as she took in the scene in front of her.

"Y-yoruichi?!" Ichigo practically screamed, throwing his arms around Grimmjow's neck for balance.

The three stared at each other for a moment before she smirked, placing one hand on her hip. "I thought I'd better wake you and make up a bath. But I didn't expect this."

"I can explain! Grimmjow put me down."

"Can't."

"Why?"

Grimmjow quickly re-did the buttons on the shirt. "That's why." He gently placed Ichigo on the floor and moved away once he got his balance.

"Thanks."

Yoruichi chuckled and shut the door. "I'm going to make a bath for you Ichigo, I take it Grimmjow will be joining you?"

Ichigo's eyes widened and his face flushed. "Yoruichi!"

"What?" She asked innocently, moving into the adjoined bathroom. "I'll be in here when you want to talk."

Ichigo groaned and ran a hand through his hair. "Great."

"It's not that bad Ichigo." Grimmjow moved closer and wound an arm around his waist.

"How'd you figure that?"

"She's your maid. She won't tell anyone until you're ready. I know Starrk won't say a word about us unless I say so."

"Yeah. Wait Starrk knows?!"

Grimmjow snorted. "Of course he knows, he's known from the beginning when I met you."

"You really trust him huh?"

"With my life."

Ichigo chewed his bottom lip for a moment before sighing. "I guess I should go talk to Yoruichi now."

"M'kay." Grimmjow nuzzled his head in Ichigo's hair. "Don't take too long yeah?"

"I won't. Besides you're gunna join me after she's left." Ichigo lent forward and kissed him quickly before joining Yoruichi in the bathroom. "Hi."

"You two finally got together then huh?"

Ichigo frowned and folded his arms. "What's that supposed to mean?"

"Please. I saw the way you looked at him when he arrived. You couldn't keep your eyes off him for long, even if it was only to glare."

"Hey!"

"Anyway, Starrk told me why Grimmjow was here and I said that he wouldn't have to hard of a job considering your reactions to him."

"Am I really that obvious?"

"Of course not Ichigo. I just know what to look out for." She smiled softly and moved away from the filling bath and patted Ichigo's cheek. "I'm glad you're finally together."

"Thank you."

"So did you two have sex yet or did I interrupt the start of it?"

Ichigo blushed violently and covered his face. "Shut up! We weren't going to have sex!"

"Really? It sure as hell looked like you were going to."

"No."

"Well you obviously don't have any problems with being naked around Grimmjow so I'm assuming you already had sex."

"Does it matter if we have?" He asked exasperatedly.

"I'll take that as a yes." Yoruichi turned and stopped the taps. "The bath's done. Do you want me to tell Grimmjow as I leave?"

Ichigo groaned but nodded anyway. "Yes." He answered quietly.

"Ok. See you later Ichigo."

"Stupid woman."

"I heard that." She said as she opened the door.

"Good!"

Closing the door with a chuckle she turned to see Grimmjow watching with a smirk. "What did you say to get him riled up?"

"I just asked if you two have had sex yet."

Grimmjow snorted and rolled his eyes. "Isn't it obvious that we have?"

"Yes. But I like to tease him." She moved to the door and opened it. "You can go join him now, I won't come back and interrupt."

"Thanks."

Yoruichi glanced back and stared at him firmly. "Look after Ichigo. If you break his heart you'll have me to answer to."

"Yes ma'am."

She nodded and left, closing the door behind her with a smile. Grimmjow grinned and opened the bathroom door to see Ichigo waiting with his arms folded.

"What were you two talking about?"

He shrugged and hugged Ichigo. "Nothing much." He murmured into Ichigo hair. "She just warned me not to hurt you."

Ichigo groaned. "Why is everyone so protective?"

"Because you're worth the protection. If anyone hurts you, they'll have me to deal with."

"I can look after myself you know."

"I know. Doesn't make a difference though."

Ichigo grinned and pulled away from Grimmjow's arms and took off his pendant, placing it gently on the side. Smirking at Grimmjow's confused look Ichigo slowly undid the first button on the shirt, the rest followed at a torturous pace and once they were all undone he shrugged the garment off.

Turning around he glanced over his shoulder and chuckled at Grimmjow's eyes roamed his body. "See something you like?"

"Hell yes."

"Then come get it."

Grimmjow growled and pulled Ichigo against his body. "You're too beautiful for your own good Ichi."

He chuckled and flicked the button on Grimmjow's trousers open. "What does that make you?"

"Hmm?"

"I've seen the way everyone looks at you, they all want you." Ichigo lent forward and kissed Grimmjow's neck. "But I'm the only one who's allowed to touch you."

"I don't want anyone else to touch me Ichi. You're all I need."

Ichigo grinned and finished loosening the trousers and Grimmjow stepped out of them. He cupped Ichigo's face and brought their mouths together as they stumbled back towards the bath. Ichigo broke away and stepped in, waiting as Grimmjow followed before submerging himself in the warm water and leaning back against Grimmjow with a satisfied sigh.

Grimmjow arms wrapped around his waist and rested on his stomach. "I love you Ichi." He whispered, kissing the top of his head.

"I love you too Grimm."