Chapter 5: The Lazy Song

A/n: get comfy cuz' this chapter is almost double the length of the other chappie's. dance in joy as there's Grimm and Ichigo interaction here. And I'm feeling terrible that his took so long so I've added another chapter for you guys! Yay!

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'' Give it up will ya' ? Ya never gonna' be able to beat me''

'' Shut up pachinko ball, just keep fighting''

Laughter can be heard around the two figures on the squad 11's battle ground.

Especially from a tiny figure with short pink hair.

One of the figures, a bald one grunted.

'' You've been spending too much time with the little pink monster''

The blue haired male simply smirked as their two wooden swords met each other with more force than what was needed.

'' Yeah, Pachinko! Blue-kitty!'', the pink 'monster' which was actually Lieutenant Yachiru yelled.

At this the 'pachinko' which was in fact 3rd seat Ikkaku sniggered '' yes, blue-kitty show me your stuff''.

More laughter was heard.

Following after a few more clashes Grimmjow smirked and added '' you are a pervert aren't ya'? Asking me to show my stuff and all in public ''.

Ikkaku paled a shade and sputtered '' w-wh-what the hell man?!''

Yachiru cocked her head to one side and frowned. Then she turned to Yumichika who was sitting beside her and asked '' I don't understand, is that a joke? I don't think it's funny.''

Yumichika tried (emphasis on that), to not blanch at that statement. He laughed nervously and said '' that's right, Yachiru, they are very bad at jokes aren't they?''

Then to the fighters he added loudly '' you guys stop making dumb jokes. The lieutenant doesn't like it''

Grimm and Pachinko merely nodded their heads as a sign for 'understood, no perverse jokes or sexual innuendo's in front of the little pink monster, I mean lieutenant'.

Yumichika rolled his eyes and flipped his fabulous hair at the two obviously insensitive blockheads and tried to hold back his lieutenant from bouncing off the wall. He knew giving her that candy was a bad idea. Well, lesson learned. He had to remember to remind his captain about the candy-rush his daughter suffered.

Speak of the devil; he felt the squad 11 captains' reiatsu coming closer. As usual it was unrestrained and intimidating. He rolled his eyes yet again. None of his squad members knew anything about the meaning of 'laying low'. How could they when their own captain needs a good smack on the head to remind him that such a word even exists.

That man has no regard to anything that has to do with the word 'normal' and his squad members follow his steps. Which was why, instead of using their zanpaktou's the squad members were using wooden swords for training. The sheer result of their previous 'training' had destroyed their training grounds and carried on towards squad 10's area as well. Which had captain Hitsugaya freezing off some squad members when his own captain ignored his demands to repair the damage.

Let's just say that Captain Commander Yamamoto was not too amused. Sometimes Yumichika wondered why he was here in the first place. Then, he remembered; Ikkaku Madarame. He sighed loudly and shook his head from side to side.

He could feel the captains deadly aura directly behind him. He swore that one of these days a lower ranked shinigami is going to either die from his overwhelming reiatsu or merely from the menacing look in his eyes. Or maybe when he smiles. The smile scores higher, it just gives people the heebie-jeebies.

He had that feral grin right now which meant a bad, bad thing for the recipient which in this case happens to be the fighters on the field. Yachiru clambered up to her special spot on the huge captains shoulders and started talking rapidly and bounced non-stop. Uh-oh. Kenpachi frowned and looked (glared? That's what all his looks like) towards Yumichika. He shrugged his shoulders and answered '' sugar rush''.

The violent captain picked up his daughter by the scruff of her neck and deposited her on Yumichika's lap and said '' make sure she stays here''. The 5th seat (who in fact was supposed to be 4th seat) nodded in agreement. Then the captain headed on to the field but neither Ikkaku nor Grimm stopped their scuffle. Until the captain started talking of course.

'' Oi, Espada! I want you to fight me ''.

Grimm cocked his head to the side and let out a grin that matched Kenpachi's. He cackled loudly and turned to the captain with his wooden sword held out in front of him. Ikkaku huffed and held out his own fake sword to his captain whom didn't make a move to take it.

"We're fighting for real not with wooden swords. Oi Espada! I want you to release your true form!'', Kenpachi answered.

Yumichika sighed. His captain is seriously bonkers.

'' Captain, I don't think that's a good idea. Remember what Yama-sensei said?'' he said softly.

'' Oi, shut up. Don't mess with the captain!

It came from Ikkaku. Yumichika glared at him as beautifully as he could and snarled.

'' stop encouraging ugly behavior Ikkaku. Besides it's not good for him to fight this long.''.

Suddenly Grimm's voice cut through the word-fight.

'' Grind, Panthera!''

They all watched as he released his Resurraccion (resurrection in English).

Ikkaku jumped away to stand beside Yumichika as their captain flexed his sword.

Grimmjow snarled and took off running. He jumped in the air and made a roundhouse kick at Kenny's face which the latter blocked.

Kenny thrust his sword towards Grimm who blocked it with his arms. But, Kenny quickly thrust a second time. Grimm did a backwards flip and landed on his feet, crouching with his left hand (paw?) steadying him on the ground.

The fighters grinned maniacally at each other. Grimm stood up to fight again when he felt a sharp pain in his abdomen.

Taken off guard he grunted out loud and kneeled to the ground while holding his lower stomach with his right hand. He changed back into his original form.

While everyone was gaping at the scene, Yumichika hurried towards the Sexta's(sixth)side.

Grimmjow was still on the ground and he grunted as another cramp pulled at his belly. He felt a soft pair of hands on him. One on his shoulder and one atop his own hand on the belly.

'' Shh, it's gonna' be alright. You just strained yourself too much. '' Yumichika said comfortingly.

Grimm felt the pain subside a little.

'' Yeah, Unohana did ask me to take it easy.'' He managed a weak smile while saying this.

Broken out of their shock, squad members finally began to move. Ikkaku was at their side in a moment.

'' well, ya' shoul'da told us you can't fight too long''.

It was Yumichika who snapped '' I did tell you just a moment ago didn't I? What happened? Oh yeah, you ignored it!''

The bald man narrowed his eyes at his friend and shouted '' stop patronizing me! Don't you ever shut up? It's always I told ya' so, I told ya' so in that annoyin' voice of yours! ''

Very quietly Yumichika said '' annoying voice? Patronizing? ''

Then he glared at Ikkaku and shouted '' you didn't think it was annoying at night do you?! You didn't think it was annoying when you want to fuck me?! When I say I love you?!''

Everyone present was visibly nervous at the scene playing before them. The 5th seat never lost his calm before because he dubbed it to be 'ugly'. Yet, here he was now. Shouting. Cussing. And practically unveiling his true relationship with the lieutenant.

Ikkaku was wide eyed and whispered harshly '' shut up ya' idiot! You're makin' a scene''

This seemed to tick off the beautiful man even further because without lowering his voice he exclaimed '' well fuck them all! I don't ever want to see your fucking face again!''. Then he promptly stomped off with his amazing hair swooshing behind him like a super model.

Ikkaku, with the need to redirect his anger shouted at his squad members to scram off and do 50 laps. During this commotion, Kenny who knew a good fight has been ruined walked off with his daughter in tow on his shoulders. Ikkaku turned to Grimm with a scowl.

'' happy? well, what are ya' gonna' do now?'' he asked rather bitterly.

Grimm wanted to punch him in the face for hinting that it was his fault for what happened but was surprised and embarrassed to find his eyes watering over. Immediately Ikkaku felt nervous and guilty.

'' h-hey! Don't cry! I didn't mean it that way!'' he said while holding up his palms.

'' I-I know. Hormones.'' Grimm explained while furiously rubbing his eyes.

Ikkaku rubbed his bald head '' ye-yeah, okay. Err, you ok now? Not hurtin' or anything?''

''no, I'm fine now'' said Grimm.

'' well you should go to squad 4 just in case'' said Ikkaku.

Grimm smiled a little '' it's ok. I have an appointment later with captain Unohana so I'll just go with Ichigo''.

'' Ichigo huh? How's it with ya' guys?'' asked the bald man.

Grimm couldn't help but blush.

'' its ok I guess. Well, he comes to visit me and takes me out sometimes. He doesn't talk much and its really awkward and all ya' know?''

Ikkaku hmmphed.'' Well what da' ya' expect? He sees you as his enemy and suddenly ya' pop up and say ya' are preggers with his kid. He can't even remember doin' the deed so ya' can't expect him to be lovey-dovey and all''

Grimm frowned '' well you're one to talk about love. Is that how you treat ya' lover?''.

Ikkaku clammed up first then he said '' I didn't mean to yell at him. He's just always patronizing me!''

Grimm arched an eyebrow '' but what he said was right. You should have listened to what he said before going all roaring hollow on him''

Ikkaku frowned '' arrghh! I really messed up didn't I?''

Grimm said '' it's not too late. Go chase him and say you're sorry. You'll regret it if you wait longer''.

Ikkaku failed to notice the sad expression on the blue haired male's face. He stood still for some seconds, staring off into space and deep in thought. Then, as though a switch has been flickered, he grinned widely, displaying his suspiciously too bright and sparkly teeth and headed off in the direction Yumichika had made his drama-queen exit.

Grimm sighed yet let out a soft smile. He wished the best for the two soul reapers. They made a very cute couple. The moment he thought this, he frowned.

Cute couple? Where did that come from?

He placed his right hand on his barely visible baby bump and said very quietly '' you're making me feel and think weird stuff you know that?''.

Then he stretched like the cat he was and his shoulders slumped tiredly. He headed home to have that much needed kitty nap.

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It was supposed to be a very short nap, after which he thought he would take a short walk before his examination. But the bed was so warm and comfortable, and he was quite tired so he fell into a deep slumber just a few moments after lying down.

While our blue kitty cat was asleep, our strawberry daddy-to-be was heading towards Byakuya's home after spending some time with Rukia and her captain, Ukitake.

He had taken the day off school because Grimmjow had a check-up today and Unohana had requested him to be there as well.

To him, this whole thing still seemed like a dream. None of his lost memories came back and so he still doesn't remember why he had slept with Grimm of all people. But what was done is done and there's nothing that can change it. The baby was his and it was his responsibility now so he was learning to deal with it.

So was Grimmjow. He was his mate now. Can he be called a lover if he doesn't love him in the first place? So for now, Ichigo decided that Grimm will be his mate. He was sure Grimm wouldn't mind. He was a kind of beast wasn't he? Mate it is.

It's been nine weeks of pregnancy and Ichigo had watched all the changes in his mate. He doesn't talk much to Grimm unless absolutely necessary. Sometimes Grimm tried to ask him a lot of questions just to make him talk and Ichigo felt bad for him.

Rukia had told him that her brother said he already started having food cravings and mood swings. Both of them happened in Byakuya's presence it seems. Byakuya too had casually mentioned when they passed each other that Grimm had acquired a taste for strawberries. So after the meet with Ukitake, Ichigo had bought some strawberries on his way.

Byakuya's house was as silent as ever. On his way he kept a look out for female shinigamis, especially the higher ranked one as it was known that they like to hijack the noble's home for meetings. He could see none and was secretly happy.

Standing in front of Grimm's room, he knocked softly and entered. He had to squint to look around as the interior was very dark. He headed for the windows and raised the blinds to let light spill in. then he got a clearer picture of the room and his occupant. He inhaled sharply at the sight.

Grimmjow was fast asleep on the bed. He lay on his side, curled up into himself. It resembles a fetus in the womb, much like the one in Grimm's stomach. His eyelashes nearly brushed the skin on his cheeks. His mouth was set in a soft smile. He seemed to be clutching something in his hands that he held close to his chest and nose. It looked like some kind of white cloth. With a small start he realized that it was his shirt. The one that he had forgotten in here some time ago. Guess it hadn't gone missing as he thought it had.

He made a mental note not to ask about it to Grimmjow. The sunlight that spilled through the window hit the sleeping form of the panther and made it seem as if he was glowing. The white sheets gave off the same effect. So did all the pillows that surrounded the mom-to-be.

A small smile escaped Ichigo without him realizing it. There were just too many pillows there that surrounded the sleeping male. It seemed as though a fort had been made with it. Amused, Ichigo thought that it looked like a pillow palace a child would make and enjoy. Guess the cat urges in him was not as subtle as he thought it was.

Without realizing it, Ichigo moved towards the sleeping male and sat on the edge of the bed. He reached out his hand and brushed off a few strands of hair that obscured Grimm's forehead. When Grimm stirred Ichigo's hand froze over his head but Grimm just mumbled something and continued to sleep.

Ichigo remembered the time when his mother was pregnant with Yuzu and Karin. At night she will make him sleep with her and dad in their room. When he had pouted and asked why she had answered that she wanted to be close to the people she loves. And that she wants the babies to feel the love that their family has to offer.

After they were born, him being a curious kid will sneak into their nursery at night and watch them sleep with their tiny fists curled up in the blanket. Then he'll fall asleep beside their crib only to be woken up by his parents in the morning. To him the babies were the source of more love and happiness in his small family.

He remembered the sad look his mother would get if his dad had to go out for house-calls. Having him close to him always made her happier and relaxed. Ichigo wondered if Grimmjow felt the same way his mother had.

When his mother passed away, the two twins will sneak into his room instead and crawl in with him to sleep. He'll just make room for them and not say anything because he knows that they wanted his support.

Suddenly he felt guilt chewing at his heart. The Espada had gone through so much after the last time they had met. He could never understand what Grimmjow felt during those times he was made captive and used as a sex-slave. Broken so badly that he forgot his true self. Losing his pride and being humiliated in front of others. Lonely and in pain.

And now he is pregnant with a child. Although he seemed to accept it, surely he is scared and confused. How lonely he must feel when his own mate is not there to support him and give him assurance. It isn't that Ichigo doesn't want to be there, it was just that he himself was not mature enough. A family was a very huge thing. It had responsibilities that needed to be carried out properly. The mere thought of it scared him more than a fight with Kenpachi will.

Gingerly he wondered how his child is going to survive when its own father won't toughen up and handle the situation well. When he isn't there to support its mother during a time when the simple presence of his mate will take loads of his shoulders.

Running a hand through his hair, Ichigo sighed. Grimmjow suddenly moved and mumbled incoherently. He opened his sleep filled blue eyes and looked around. It took him a few moments to realize Ichigo was there sitting on the bed staring at him.

He shot up quickly in surprise but immediately regretted it as blood rushed to his head and made him dizzy. He groaned and fell back against the pillow again. Tiny Ichigos danced around his head holding strawberries. He closed his eyes to let the moment pass.

'' what time is it?'' he asked the orange haired soul reaper.

'' there's still enough time for you to freshen up. About half an hour or so'', answered Ichigo.

Grimm rose, gently this time and commented '' shit, I just wanted to take a short nap but ended up completely knocked off instead. Sorry''

Ichigo let slip a small smile '' no need. I know the pregnancy takes toll on your body. You'll feel more tired than usual.''

Grimm grunted in reply. Then he went off to the bathroom to freshen up. As much as he would like to spend time with Ichigo, especially considering how he was in a good mood, he knew Captain Unohana was a busy woman. She had much to take care of so it was better to not let her wait for them. But a small part of him couldn't stop but dance in joy as the thought of having Ichigo with him for the check-up.

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The 4th squad's medical ward was nearly empty save for two male soul reapers moaning they're about to die. On closer inspection Ichigo found it to be non-other than Shuhei Hisagi and Kira Izuru making a very dramatic goodbye scene. Matsumoto Rangiku was laughing rather loudly at them. He suspected she had something to do with the 'dying' soul reapers condition.

They were waiting in the, well, waiting room. Grimmjow was sitting on a chair while Ichigo was just standing at looking around. He looked at Grimmjow from the corner of his eyes. If you didn't know that he was pregnant you might not even notice the very, very small bump of his tummy. He looked pretty relaxed. Ichigo was glad that as much as the infirmary resembled the hospitals in the human world, the walls were not stark white nor does the smell of disinfectants stain the air. The ward had a rather homely feel to it.

A few more minutes passed before a familiar face showed up. A cheerful Hanatarou came and took them further into the infirmary, a part that Ichigo had never been to. When they entered a room, Ichigo realized that it was similar to the one that Byakuya was in after they had crossed swords the first time. It was like a private examination room and Unohana was there waiting for them.

She was smiling softly as she beckoned Grimm towards the bed in the corner of one room. Although Isshin didn't deal with pregnancies as a doctor, Ichigo remembered the trips they made to the hospital with his mother. That's how he knew the machine beside the bed was an ultrasound machine. Unohana made small talk with them.

'' how are you Grimmjow?''

'' I'm fine thank you '' said Grimm with a smile.

'' and you Ichigo?''

'' yeah, I'm fine. Thanks '' Ichigo replied.

'' your first check-up together, you must be excited. Come get on the bed Grimmjow''

Grimm just smiled at that and complied.

Unohana kept up the small talk as she did the usual examination of blood pressure and pulse reading. She took his weight reading as the usual check-up she informed '' we'll be doing your first ultrasound today Grimmjow. I'm pretty sure you and Ichigo are excited to see this ''

Grimmjow's eyes were slightly curious '' I am more curious actually''

Ichigo was slightly curious as well.

Hanatarou helped Unohana by lifting up Grimm's shirt and rubbing a cool gel on his stomach. Ichigo knew this because the moment Hanatarou touched the others stomach Grimm hissed at the contact. First Unohana beckoned Ichigo to come closer and stand at the other side of the bed at Grimm's right. The machine was at the left side of the bed.

'' that's why I wanted you to be here today Ichigo. Usually I recommend the couple coming to every check-up together but in your case I know it's hard for you to make time what with your school and human obligations and all. So, I decided that at least you can be here for the ultrasound and see your baby for real.'' Explained Unohana lengthily''

As she said this she ran a part of the machine on the exposed belly and motioned the two parents-to-be to the screen of the machine.

Both dragged in a sharp breath. Grimm held on to Ichigo's hand and the soul reaper squeezed it in comfort without realizing it.

'' Your uterus is growing so your waistline will be thickening now. You haven't gained much weight yet which is typical especially for those who have food aversions, cravings, heartburn, indigestion, nausea, or bloating. As for the baby, his head is more erect and his neck is more developed'' said Unohana.

There on the screen was the image of their baby. Grimmjow saw that he couldn't be bigger than a peanut. Ichigo saw something else that caught his eyes.

He asked hesitantly '' is…is he moving?''

'' yes, it's typical that by the ninth week the baby starts getting active''

A few fingers traced the lump showing on the screen and Ichigo looked down to see it was Grimm trailing the picture with his hand. His eyes had a faraway look and watered over. He softly murmured '' my baby. My beautiful baby''

Suddenly Ichigo felt a pang of possessiveness in him. He squeezed Grimm hand that he was still holding and said '' our beautiful baby''.

Grimm looked up at him and smiled. Ichigo stroked his cheek and wiped off a tear drop that escaped Grimm's eyes with his free hand.

Unohana let the couple bask in warmth for a few moments longer before closing off the machine. She asked Hanatarou to clean up Grimm and called out to Ichigo.

'' Ichigo, if I may have a word with you?'' she motioned him to come outside.

Ichigo followed her out. He looked at her questioningly.

'' everything alright Captain?''

'' oh, don't worry it's nothing serious. I just wanted to ask how Grimmjow's been doing lately.'' Said Unohana.

'' he's been doing fine. He still has morning sickness but he's eating pretty well'' said Ichigo with a frown.

''I'll advice you to give him plenty of food with calcium like cheese, sardines and broccoli. Both the baby and he need it. For the morning sickness, I advise him to eat dry food like crackers until it goes down.''

Ichigo nodded.

'' how about you two?''

'' what about us?'' asked a confused Ichigo.

'' are you two having sex?'' asked Unohana bluntly.

Ichigo had the decency to look embarrassed.

'' no''

'' it's alright if you do or you want to. A lot of couples think that if you're pregnant you can't have sex because it'll harm the baby but that's not true. In fact, it actually helps the baby too. So if you feel the urge to get physical then don't be hesitant. Though I have to warn you this first. Different people act differently during pregnancy. Some like to have physical contact as much as possible. Other's won't have the sexual desire at all and any physical contact would irritate them. So unless he's really comfortable with it I suggest you don't try to make a move on him 'explained Unohana.

Ichigo was blushing madly now.

'' I saw him just now as you held his hand that he visibly relaxed at the contact so I'll say he's ok with it but make sure first ok?''

Ichigo nodded.

'' I do want both of you to be very careful though. I have dealt with my share of male pregnancy during my services but it's not as common as female pregnancy. Because the male body is not accustomed to carrying a child, there is a high possibility of complications to arise. You need to let him take plenty of rest. He needs solid hours of sleep, a balanced diet and plenty of emotional support as well. Try not to upset him as stress puts strain on him and the baby.''

Ichigo listened and nodded then surprised he asked '' you've dealt with male pregnancies before?''

'' of course. basically all you need is some spiritual power and the knowledge to manipulate it to make a womb for the baby. Most soul reapers can do it but if they are hesitant they come to me to do the procedure which is much safer might I add. Why, one of our own captain was born from a male and another one has been trying to get pregnant for some time now! I won't say who of course. if you have the luck you might find out. But sometimes these things happen in accident too. The body takes matters into its own hand and plays around until something happens. This might cause trouble as unplanned pregnancies can strain some relationships''

''wow'' was all Ichigo could say.

'' anyway, I think that's it for now so you can go home with Grimmjow'' said Unohana.

When they went in Unohana double-checked to see she had done all the necessary tests and bid them goodbye.

As they walked home Ichigo couldn't help but notice the happy bounce Grimm had in his steps. He himself felt bubbly warmth in his stomach remembering the picture of his baby. Imagine how the person who is carrying it feels like.

Extremely happy.

And exhausted.

The few moments that Ichigo left Grimm in the room and went to relieve himself, he came back to see the panther fast asleep on the food table where he had been sitting after destroying the strawberries he had bought for him like there was no tomorrow

He gently carried the sleeping form to the bed and placed him comfortably on his side on it. Then feeling lazy himself he lied down next to him and covered them with the blanket.

Maybe he was drawn to the heat but whatever the case Grimmjow scuttled closer to Ichigo. Ichigo went rigid for a moment before relaxing and draping his arm across Grimmjow's waist. The pregnant male snuggled into Ichigo's chest and mewled happily.

Ichigo smiled at the very catlike behavior and closed his eyes for some shut eye.

He made a mental note to buy more strawberries before dozing off.

As the sun went down, it painted the two comfortable (three! Says baby) pair in soft orange and red colors, making them more beautiful in their lazy slumber.

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A/n: finally the story is progressing! The baby growth I said in this story is true. In the ninth week the head's more erect and the neck more developed. And the baby bump isn't noticeable unless you know that person is pregnant. And they do have to take plenty of calcium. The baby does look no bigger than a peanut. Dry food like crackers really are suitable for morning sickness.in an ultrasound you can see the baby moving.

Anyway, there's another chappie I uploaded that talks about what's happening in Las Noches. The one after that will be a major turning point to their relationship. I decided to add the male pregnancy bit in a spur of the moment. Yes, I have decided which captain was born from a male and who's trying to get pregnant but that's minor details I'll cover in the song's 'The Lazy Song' by Bruno Mars.

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