Chapter 28. Aching.

"It's not sake anymore...it's you."

Jin arched her neck back to look up at him again. His face was soft and a little confused, looking back down at hers. They could feel a familiar magnetic pull between them. Slowly edging closer, hesitating slightly until their lips met. His hair fell as he leaned down over her, concealing their kiss from any passerby's view.

It was tender, sweet and loving. Drawn out slowly, appreciating every small movement of each other's kiss. As he pulled back, Jin let out a small gasp, his lips hovering above hers as they shared breaths.

"Don't ever let me go again." Jin spoke quietly.

"I told you, I ain't going anywhere." Kenpachi said gruffly.

He looked into her eyes a little longer before banging his head off the wall again, staring out at the rain.

"What a pain in the ass." He sighed, "I don't think this is gonna let up."

Jin spoke up with a little bravery, "There's an inn nearby…"

Kenpachi (oblivious to her hopefulness) agreed, "Yeah, that might not be a bad idea."

Jin felt her heart quicken a little at his response, suddenly feeling very nervous but still excited. As Kenpachi began to make a move he lifted Jin's hands that were still sitting in his.

"You warm enough now?" He asked, waiting.

"…Oh yes, I'm much better now, thank you." Jin replied a little delayed, called back from her small daydream.

Kenpachi took his Captain's haori off his back to ungraciously wrap it around Jin as she stood up after him. She squealed a bit in surprise, her eyes poking out a small hole left to see. She looked almost like a mummy…but with no arms. The Captain cocked his head to assess his work.

"I know it's wet but…it might help a little at least." He shrugged.

"Thanks." Jin muffled.

Kenpachi swept her legs from under her, carrying her bridal style. Making their way to find the inn.

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"OH! You poor dears!"

The inn lady cried, witnessing a drowned Captain and a comically wrapped woman stood in front of her desk. It was awfully late but luckily the lady who worked there was still up and about to serve them.

"I have one room left. Please, come this way! I have some fresh robes too." She spoke hurriedly as she waved them along.

"Thank you very much!" Jin beamed, freeing herself awkwardly from Kenpachi's haori.

The inn lady was a sweet old woman, Jin presumed it was probably a small family led business. She welcomed them in as she slid the door open. It was a standard room, with an en suite and two futons rolled out on the floor. A little different to the slightly higher bed Jin was used to, but it still looked very comfortable.

"This is lovely, thank you." Jin said gratefully.

"My pleasure dear, here are your fresh robes too." The woman spoke kindly.

As Jin made her way into the room with the robes, Kenpachi stood a little hesitantly at the doorway. It suddenly dawned upon him how intimate this whole situation was. The old lady noticed the slight blush creeping in his cheeks.

"I understand, she's rather pretty isn't she?" She whispered.

Kenpachi grunted, looking away in embarrassment.

"Just remember, we have other guests staying."

The Captain looked back at her in confusion.

The hell she mean by that?

The lady only chuckled to herself as she left him dumbfounded.

—

"Here Kenpachi, this one's obviously for you, they're huge." Jin said, handing him the pristine white tops and bottoms.

He rubbed the back of his neck after catching them, "Yeah…thanks."

Kenpachi suddenly felt apprehensive, especially as he saw Jin turned around beginning to tug at her sash. He stood frozen until she peeked over her shoulder to catch him staring.

"S-sorry."

He stumbled, shaking his head as he turned around too. It had been a long, long time since he lay with a woman…but that didn't even matter. What mattered was that he actually cared about her this time. It made him feel very vulnerable. Fighting he had plenty of experience in, but love? Nothing. He was used to being alone, that was his comfort, being able to rely only on himself.

It scared him.

But still, he knew he wanted it from her. He shook the doubts from his mind as he began to undress and put on his fresh robes. There was a mirror in front of him, and as he tucked the top into his trousers he caught sight of Jin reflected. Seeing the damp fabric fall over her shapely ass to the ground caught his breath. His fingers curled, tonight was going to be it. He could feel it in his bones. Jin pulled the white robe over her shoulders as she slid her arms through, and then froze a moment as she felt his eye burning into her again. The light fabric hung teasingly on her breasts as she stopped tying the knot of her sash. A warm presence came closer behind her, she felt the back of a hand reach out to touch the nape of her neck. She could hear the desire in his breath, low and husky.

"I want to have you."

Jin gulped, "So have me."

"You sure you still want this?"

She could feel his nose and lips begin to graze at her skin, his warm breath tickling at the short invisible hairs.

She confirmed, "I am."

"Then you won't be needing this." He groaned, as he lightly flicked at her new robe. "Take it off."

It was a clear demand.

Jin almost passed out. It was happening…it was happening.

Kenpachi sensed her unease, "Relax, I promise I'll take my time with you."

Jin nodded, stepping back a little to let him get a full view. He stared at her almost like a wild beast, waiting to pounce. Not breaking his gaze, she tried to steady her breathing as her hands shakily pushed her robe back and letting it fall to the ground. She stood bare to him in her simple cotton panties, the peaks of her breasts erect from the cold air. To Kenpachi, she really was a porcelain doll…she was so delicate. He used his fingers to beckon her closer again. Reaching out gently, he let loose her hair bun, discarding the tie to the other side of the room. Her golden locks fell dry and softly at the sides of her blushing face, her fruit punch lips gaping slightly.

Perfect.

His voice went hoarse, "Now lie down."

Jin could feel herself aching from below in anticipation as she slowly began to lie down for him on the futon. She watched him make a move, whilst propped up on her elbows. He growled lowly as he crawled over her, as if he was pinning his prey down. His wet hair was still dripping.

"Don't make me repeat myself, I said to lie down."

Jin obeyed. Letting her elbows fall so she lay fully down, surrendering herself to his powerful body looming over her. Her heart began to pound hard in her chest. This was it. He was going to take her and claim her.

She murmured, "I'm so nervous..."

He looked at her reassuringly, "I won't hurt you."

Jin placed her hand on his chest, feeling the heavy rumble of his heart beating.

"Your heart is beating so fast."

Kenpachi tried to change the topic, "What made you change your mind?"

"You care for me, don't you?" She asked hopefully.

"Yeah."

"That's why."

He wouldn't say it, the 'L-word'. It wasn't something he said to Yachiru as her guardian, even though he did. He didn't really know how, no one ever said it to him and Jin knew this. One day he might be ready, but it wasn't tonight. And she wasn't going to scare him by saying it now. The way he looked at her in that moment…was enough for Jin to know he did.

"I care for you too, so much-"

The words were cut off as he brought his lips to hers. He came down with force at her small mouth, like a starving animal. His long tongue did wonders, exploring every inch…she expected nothing less from such an overwhelming man. Jin moaned heavily into his kiss, it felt like heaven and it felt intense. His large hand cupped her face, as he deepened the kiss further. After a quick breath, slowly his kiss began to soften. Tenderly caressing her tongue with his. Kenpachi found it funny how much he enjoyed kissing her, he never cared for it before…it always felt invasive and too personal. But with her it was different somehow.

Unable to catch their breath no more, he broke away as he stared into her doll-like eyes. She looked so sweet…such a contrast to her violent side. But it was still true; she was sweet at the same time as being strong. Kenpachi gulped nervously, wondering how the hell he managed to get a woman like this. It almost seemed too good to be true. He doubted her desires for him, but even he realised she really liked him. She really liked him.

For a very brief moment, his heart softened as he found himself in awe over this woman. Not a thing that happened often.

He breathed, "You're beautiful, you know that?"

Jin blushed, no one had ever really said that to her before. At least not quite like that, so sincerely. He ran his hands up and down her waist to her hips, casting his eye over her precious imperfections, the beauty spots, scars and stretch marks that were hers. She shivered under his searing touch, he set her body on fire. Never had a man, made her feel so electric. Kenpachi took notice of her quivering.

He chuckled softly, "Are you excited?"

"Yes...I am." Jin breathed sighing.

He leaned down and nuzzled into the crook of her neck, kissing and biting gently.

"Show me." His voice lowered, "Show me how to please you..."

The Captain moved his hand slowly towards her panties. Jin held him off, instructing him.

"Don't go there yet, just touch me."

Kenpachi raised a brow, "Touch you? Where?"

"Everywhere, I want to feel your hands on me..." She continued, "Use your mouth too, explore me."

He grinned, "'I can do that."

"One more thing..." She went to whisper in his ear, "Don't hold back any moans, I want to hear you."

He laughed under his breath, "Che, there'll be no holding back with you woman."