After a few days ago, him jerking the kid off….things had been awkward.

He wasn't gonna lie 'bout that.

The kid could barely look at him and if he did….his cheeks ended up putting Renji's hair color to shame.

Worse, Kensei couldn't stop himself from eyeing the kid more often, looking him over, imaging what it'd be like to touch and take that virgin ass for his own.

Of course though, that wasn't going to happen. At least anytime soon.

So he ended up watching over Shuhei to help satisfy his own selfish needs just a bit. He watched Shuhei's features soften as sleep gradually took him. He watched as the teenager rolled over, mussing his already messy, tangled hair on the pillow. He watched the brat's chest rise and fall under the thin blankets.

Kensei wouldn't admit it to anyone, but he did enjoy watching Shuhei. Especially when Shuhei didn't know he was watching.

They were in the usual cheap motel which meant uncomfortable beds and thin sheets infused with stale cigarette smoke. Kensei honestly was used to it, but a part of him wanted better for the kid. Becoming an ex-Captain's roommate for the time being deserved things like fluffy comforters and soft beds.

'You're letting yourself grow soft….' He thought as he stretched out on his chest with a soft groan and folded his arms under his own pillow. One last time he let his gaze trace the slim sleeping shape in the bed next to him before his eyes drifted closed.

A soft sound filtered through Kensei's dream.

Frowning, the ex-Captain allowed his mind to shake off a bit of sleep to confirm that there was no threat.

And of course there wasn't.

He'll, he didn't even bother opening his eyes. The room felt pretty damn safe and secure to him. Just as he was tipping back into sleep, Shu let out a soft little gasp.

He must be having a happy dream, He thought. Probably about the weirdo emo friend of his…

He heard Shuhei shift around to find a more comfortable position and then emit a frustrated puff of air. "A-Again," Came a voice so quiet he nearly missed it.

Eh?

"Kid?"

"…Forgive me if I awoke you….go back to sleep." The Lieutenant said irritably.

Something's bothering him, He thought. "Don't tell me you had a bad dream brat…"

"No," Shuhei responded with finality.

"M'kay, just lemmie know. I'll shoo the freaking bed bugs for ya…" Kensei murmured into his pillow as he tried to settle back into sleep.

It was fucking difficult with Shuhei making grumpy noises while getting outta bed and then rifling through his bag for something. Eventually, the brat finished whatever he was doing and went to the bathroom.

Kensei ended up listening to Shuhei settle back into bed with minimal tossing and turning. Mentally thankful, Kensei was just about to slip back into sleep when he heard his name called out in a shaky voice.

"Mmmm?" He managed to spit out, his pillow muffling his grumpy voice.

"W-Why...why do...um..."

"Spit it out kid," Kensei ordered tiredly.

A soft sigh was overheard and then, "Why do men ejaculate while sleeping?"

At that, Kensei's eyes flew open, instantly fully awake.

WHAT THE FUCK!?

First of all, I'd like to say thanks Teapot1996~! After reading your review I quickly started writing another short chapter and before you know it...I managed to post another chapter and keep the story going...even though I first labeled it as complete. So thanks a ton! ^_^

Second of all...to answer your question Gypsygrrl. Shuhei isn't allowed to masturbate in chapter 1 because of Tousen, as you rightfully guessed! Reason for that, I'll be honest with you, I didn't think too far into the whys. But what I can tell you is that Tousen wished to have as much control over his 'loyal' Lieutenant as possible...and before you know it, that included his sex life. ;) Being the loyal puppy he was...Shuhei didn't really question it.