Here is the next chapter. Sorry it's so short, I'll try to make them longer in the future.

Well then, here goes!

(I still don't own bleach, it's still a yaoi story, don't like don't read...)

Chapter 2 – Reward

Byakuya was surprised at how concentrated Renji was on his work. The whole afternoon he was completely focused on his papers, never saying a word or even looking up. It was like all his anger from this morning was completely gone.

Byakuya was not fond of this change. He liked it when Renji was messy and short-tempered and... and... well, Renji-ish. This new Renji was too boring. Not that Byakuya could do anything about it though. When Renji was messy and complained, as he often did, Byakuya could always tell him of, or even better, tease him a little. Now that was impossible. He couldn't very well get mad at Renji for doing what he was supposed to. And so, the afternoon passed in silence.

Renji, however, had a reason for doing his work properly. If he did, he would hopefully be done on time and be able to leave at the same time as, or even earlier than his Captain, and that was strictly necessary if his plan would work. Because Renji had to have an escape route, once he had done what he was supposed to. If he didn't, he probably wouldn't have the guts to go through with his plan, and he had to do it. He just had to. Just once seeing his Captains true feelings would be worth risking his life for. Because he really was risking his life in doing what he was about to do. Renji swallowed and continued with his work, praying that everything would work out as he hoped it would.

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When Byakuya finished with his work he looked up to see his Vice-Captain was also done, looking rather pleased with himself, eyeing his empty desk. Byakuya just barely hid his surprise to see Renji already finished. He would usually have to stay behind and finish his work grumbling about how unfair it was that his Captain could leave earlier.

Byakuya stood up and moved towards the door to leave, but found his way blocked by Renji. Byakuya gave him a cold look.

"What is it Renji?" His tone was impatient.

"Well, I was just wondering if you aren't surprised."

"At what exactly?"

"At me, being finished this quickly!"

"Oh. That. Yes, considering it is you Renji, it is quite impressing to see you finished before midnight."

Renji fought hard to control his rising anger. He had to do this, it would be worth it. Putting on a fake smile he went on:

"And don't you think I deserve a reward for my hard work?"

Renji was moving closer now, making Byakuya take a step back out of instinct.

"Why would I reward you for doing your job?" Byakuya said in the same flat tone as always.

Control your anger Renji! Come on, you can do this.

"Oh, but don't you think I did it particularly good today?"

"I'm afraid I don't know what you mean."

"Really?"

Renji had now moved forward so much the back of Byakuyas legs hit his desk and he came to a halt, Renji leaning over him. Still, Byakuya didn't betray his emotions in the least as he asked:

"Renji, what are you-"

At that he was cut off by Renjis lips crashing down on his own. It was a kiss like nothing Byakuya had ever experienced, and his mind went completely blank. Renjis grin was triumphant as he pulled back, looking down at his obviously stunned Captain.

"How is that for a reward Captain Kuchiki?"

Byakuya didn't know what to say. He just stared dumbstruck as Renji turned around and left the office with a little wave and a very big smile spreading across his face.

Well there you have it. Again I'm really sorry it's so short! Feel free to leave any thoughts or opinions.