The Substitute Teacher
Chapter 14
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With the spring break over, Ichigo and his classmates were now seniors of Karakura high school. Miss Ochi had reported that she would be away for an indefinite period, so Abarai-sensei was still there as her substitute.
Ichigo was thrilled.
One morning before school, Ichigo was sitting in the school yard with Ishida, Chad and Keigo, just chatting and waiting for the bell to ring. The blond teen noticed the familiar figure coming through the school gate and approaching them.
"Hey guys," Renji greeted with a broad smile.
"Good morning Sensei," Ichigo responded, trying to act casual and not too happy to see him – which he completely failed and earned a warning look from Ishida.
Good thing that Chad usually kept things to himself and Keigo was... Well, Keigo was just Keigo and too whacky to notice anything strange. Giving a wink, Renji kept walking towards the school's entrance where he met up with Unohana-san. Ichigo shortly wondered about it because the woman looked straight at him before turning and entering the school building.
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"Abarai-kun, if you don't mind stopping by my office?"
"Sure," Renji scratched the back of his head, following Unohana inside the room. "What's up, Unohana-san?"
"I've noticed that Kurosaki-kun is progressing. He's really opened up to you."
"Yeah," Renji smirked, "He's great."
"I know he is, Abarai-kun, he is such a sweet boy, but..."
"But?"
"I couldn't help but notice how he acts around you and how he talks about you during our sessions. Please don't feel offended in any way but I believe the boy is crushing on you. So, I just wanted to warn you to keep some distance, don't encourage him to like you even more than he already does."
She paused, seeing the strange look on Renji's face. "Oh, I'm sorry. I just want what's best for him. And I guess it's only puppy love. You came into his life and turned it around... It happens sometimes... Teenagers can confuse admiration and love..."
"No, no, it's ah... It's okay..." Renji gave a strange smirk. "I'm not offended."
"Haven't you noticed?" She seemed curious.
"Well, no, I haven't..."
"Hm. Oh well. I won't be taking more of your time, Abarai-kun. I just wanted to tell you this," she smiled gently.
"Okay, uh, thanks?" Renji smirked back at her. "I'll be going now," he bowed a little and left her office.
Great. The last thing he wanted was for Ichigo to be lectured for crushing on his teacher. Renji knew he wouldn't really be lectured, but Unohana-san could mention it in conversation and make the kid uncomfortable. Renji had never really kept his preferences secret, but this time it was necessary. It could turn out really... Bad. He shuddered, deciding not to think about it. Surely, he had more luck than to have this bite him in the ass in the end.
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Renji kept thinking about what Unohana-san had said throughout the day and deep into the evening, even though Ichigo was at his apartment, sitting next to him on the sofa and looking at him expectantly.
"Renji, what's wrong," the boy finally asked, nuzzling a scruffy sideburn. He was craving for attention but Renji seemed so distant tonight.
Renji sighed. "I, uh... I had a conversation with Unohana-san. It was about you."
"About me? What did she say?"
"She knows that you're crushing on me."
"What?"
"Calm down," Renji threw an arm around Ichigo's shoulders. "She thinks it's one-sided. Cause I'm there for you and all... That you... That you think you like me that way and so on."
Ichigo kept silent.
Renji turned to look him in the eye. "Ichigo, you... You do want this, right? Am I taking advantage of you?"
The boy shook his head, avoiding the eye contact.
"Words, Ichi. I need words from you, not a nod."
"I..." Ichigo's voice broke and he swallowed before continuing. "I can't even describe how much I want this. Why does everyone think that I don't know what I feel? That sucks!"
Renji stared at him wordlessly.
"You've no idea how much I... Like you," the boy blushed. "I'm here because I want to be, I let you hold me and kiss me because I want you to hold me and kiss me. I'm not confused!"
"I believe you," Renji whispered, smiling softly.
"You better," Ichigo said with a frown. "It's not like I'm some lost puppy and you're the first person to pay attention to me."
"I know. I just wanted you to say it out loud," Renji cupped the young face with both hands and kissed those pouty lips. "So..."
"So...?" Ichigo's cheeks got flushed almost immediately at the contact.
"So now, I'd like to take advantage of my student..."
Ichigo gave a breathless chuckle, wrapping his arms around Renji's neck and pulling the man on top of him. "If I let you do that, will I get an A on my next essay?"
"Mmm, yeah..."
Ichigo perked up. "Wait, for real?"
"Nope," Renji laughed, nuzzling the smooth skin under Ichigo's ear. "Now shush, I've got work to do," he murmured, sliding a hand up Ichigo's shirt. Pressing his lips to the boy's neck, he sucked until he heard a needy grunt and felt Ichigo writhe under him.
In one quick yank, Ichigo's shirt ended up on the floor and Renji did his best to do the same with his jeans and undies, leaving the boy naked in front of him.
"Oh damn, just... Perfect..." Renji sighed, reminding Ichigo of a hungry wolf. He quickly yanked off his own clothes and covered Ichigo's body with his, hissing at the warmth of the naked skin. He kissed the boy, roaming his hands everywhere, squeezing and rubbing and finally positioning Ichigo's legs around his waist. He grinned like a predator.
"R-Renji..." The teen whispered, tightening his hold around Renji. "I... I fantasized about this..."
"Yeah?"
"I want it."
"Don't tempt me, Ichigo..."
"What, people do it all the time!"
"Yeah, but-"
Ichigo squirmed under him until he was propped up on his elbows, scowling at Renji. "But you still think I'm not sure, is that it?"
"No... It's the one last thing before you're completely mine..."
"So what, you're not sure you want me?" Ichigo was rapidly losing his temper.
Renji then decided to scowl back at the teen. "Of course I'm sure, I'm not an immature kid..." Realizing what he'd said, Renji shut his mouth with a loud click. If Ichigo's glare could grow darker, it just did. "Ichigo, I'm sorry, I didn't mean it like that."
"No, you're right."
"What?"
"Of course you're questioning me. I'm not really reliable, with all my problems and stuff. Right?"
Renji groaned, sitting back on the sofa, rubbing at his forehead. "Why do you take offend at everything I say?"
"Because I'm an insecure, immature kid!" Ichigo yelled before Renji silenced him with a kiss. "Ren... mhhh..."
"Shut up." Renji murmured, hauling Ichigo up on his feet and dragging him towards the bedroom. Reaching his bed, Renji pushed the boy on it and settled on top of him, holding him down while reaching to his nightstand with his free hand.
Renji had bought a bottle of lube, knowing that they'd come to this point in their relationship, only he wasn't expecting it so... soon.
"Ren..." Ichigo twisted and writhed, trying to wrap himself around Renji.
"Shush," Renji smirked and squeezed some of the viscous fluid in his hand and took hold of Ichigo's raging arousal, making him groan out loud.
"Calm down babe," Renji purred, sliding his hand slowly up and down the shaft before moving further down, slick fingertips teasing the virgin entrance. "You're really sure about this?"
Ichigo smiled and nodded. "I'm sure."
Renji leaned in for a long kiss, slowly pressing a finger inside Ichigo's warmth. The boy went stiff for a short moment, but then melted into the mattress, relaxing his muscles the best he could.
"Okay?" Renji murmured against his lips.
"Y-yeah..."
Just as Renji kissed Ichigo again, the doorbell rang.
"Expecting someone," the teen smirked even though he'd tensed up immediately.
"Nah. Whoever it is, they'll go away," Renji shook his head, now nibbling at Ichigo's neck and shoulder, moving his finger deeper inside. "Relax Ichi..."
"Trying to..." Ichigo grunted as the doorbell rang again. There was no way he could relax now. He was starting to feel nervous and slightly cranky, wondering if Renji was right. Maybe it was too soon after all. "Renji...?"
"Hm?"
"Um, I..."
"Got it," Renji kissed the boy again, slowly removing his finger. "You okay?"
"I'm sorry..."
"'s okay Ichi. I know you're still pissed and cranky... We'll get back to this some other time and," he smirked, "I'll do my best to make it special..."
Now there was knocking on Renji's apartment door.
"Wow, someone's tireless..." Renji rolled his eyes.
"See who it is, or they'll stay here all night."
"Ya think?" Renji laughed and embraced the boy. "I'll be right back. I still wanna get you off," he winked and walked out to the living room, gathering and putting on his clothes before he'd answer the door.
"Jeez, keep your pants on, will ya? I'm comin'..." He yelled over the repeated knocking.
"So, what's the emergen...cy..." Renji yanked the door open and stared in surprise.
"Hello Renji."
"Byakuya..."
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To be continued...
