Ch001
He didn't know why. He didn't know why he let the substitute shinigami use him like this. All he always knew was that as he lifted his left hand up to the short,orange spikey short strands-moaning softly as the other slammed him on the wall,tightening his arms around the Quincy as he continued ravaging his mouth with a deep,hot kiss...was one of the best moments in his life. He felt alive,he could feel every fiber of his body vibrating and coming to life. He enjoyed it, yes he enjoyed this even if it meant betraying her. His wife. Pushing the thoughts away,Uryu gasped as Ichigo began trailing kisses down his face to his neck and his mind went blank when the orangenette bit him roughly. Ichigo bit a smirk when he saw what a mess the smaller boy was. Because of him. He watched intently,admiring his work when the boy clung on to him as if his life depended on it. Uryu was brought down from his high when he felt himself sinking into a soft,fluffy bed which knocked his breath away only the strawberry head didn't give him time to collect himself as he roughly attacked his mouth. Uryu didn't hesisate to position his arms around his lover's neck as said boy began discarding their clothes in a rush. It didn't take long before Ichigo watched erotically as his fingers pumped into the other boy's entrance,making him writhe. He was a sobering mess beneath him as he muttered incoherent words,a bit of drool marring his chin. Ichigo bent down and licked it with a satisfied smirk as Uryu arched his back.
Uryu:P-please...ah...ple-ahse!
He didn't know what he was begging for but he knew he wanted it badly. Ichigo leaned down and joined their lips once again in a chaste kiss before pulling away and staring at those beautiful ocean blue eyes darkened by pure lust.
Ichigo: You're beautiful,Uryu.
Just his name pouring out of those sinful lips made him want to come out done right when and there. Ichigo continued his ministrations,driving the boy into insanity as he licked,bit and worshipped the beautiful pale body,he wanted to taste every inch of it.
Uryu:Ah-please...ahhhhhhh!
Ichigo:Say my name.
Uryu:W-what-Ngh...ah!
Ichigo:Say my name Uryu.
Uryu:Ichigo...Oh god,Ichigo. Ichigo, Ichigo, Ichigo!
The said boy's eyes darkened at that as he reached out for the lube, coating himself before swiftly thrusting into the smaller man all in one go.
Uryu:Ahhhhhhhhh...s-shit.
He felt himself getting harder,just hearing the boy cursing turned him on so-afterall the boy rarely cursed. He didn't give him time to adjust as he pounded into him roughly,dominating him, devouring him, driving him to the brink of insanity as he thoroughly fucked his brains out. Uryu was saying his name like a mantra,like a prayer,over and over again until his eyes rolled to the back of his head,he let out a silent scream as he came. Just when he thought things couldn't get any better, Ichigo's own hot seed filled his inside and all the boy could see was white. The Quincy was sure he had died and went to heaven.
When both boys came down from their high, Ichigo slowly rolled of bed and began putting his clothes on. When he was presentable enough he looked up in time to see the other sitting up carefully putting his glasses on before meeting his gaze. They stared at each other, portraying a silent massage:
Yes...'this', whatever 'this' was was wrong but...they were definitely going to do it again,like always.
... Because, even if he was the one left heartbroken,ashamed,cold, guilty, empty and used at the end of the day as the other went back home,to his lovely, beautiful sweet wife...he was just too weak to refuse Ichigo,time and time again. As the substitute shinigami stole one last glance at him before walking away,Uryu gripped the blankets tightly as one thought crossed his mind.
He was pathetic.
The beautiful man walked down the porch, luxurious looking hospital in his snow white doctor's coat, uniform under as he carried a clipboard and a pen on his left hand going through today's events, turning another corner he paid no mind as the sensory doors to his office opened,closing swiftly once he was inside the lively, beautiful space. He sat gracefully in his CEO chair still pretty occupied with the clipboard when his cellphone rang, without glancing at it he answered.
Uryu:Yes?
He answered as calmly as he could but immediately flinched when he heard the cheerful, sweet voice.
Orihime:Uryu-kun,how have you been?! It's been awhile.
Uryu coughed and cleared his throat, swallowing thickly.
Uryu: I'm well Orihime-chan,just busy. Is something the matter?
Orihime:Oh yeah,can we meet at Urahara's shop today? Ichigo,Sado,Renji and Rukia will be there also(pause)A group of high class level hollows has been spotted around the town.
The woman finished seriously making Uryu frown and stand up from his seat, walking to the gigantic glass window,he could view the whole town from where he was...
Uryu:I see...
Orihime:So,will you make it?
Uryu stared at the view thoughtfully, should he go? How was he going to face Orihime,the wife of the man he was currently bedding?But...he missed everyone,it has indeed been a while. Should he just pass out the chance to see them again all because of Ichigo?...Of what they were doing behind closed doors?
Uryu:Yes, I'm going to be there.
He found himself saying smoothly,surprising himself and the unsuspecting girl cheered happily.
Orihime:Great! Can't wait to see you then,Uryu-kun. It will be just like old times.
Uryu:Yes...I suppose so.
Orihime:See you then,Uryu-kun.
Uryu: Likewise.
As the call ended Uryu stared at his phone with slight horror. What had he just done? He didn't care about those damn shinigami,this wasn't about them at all. He had no ties to those people, although he had no reason to hate them anymore he just...he wasn't close to them.With them he felt left out,as if he was an imposter...As if he didn't belong. So then why...?Why did he agree to...? Pure horror became evident on his face as it dawned on him. Ichigo.It was all about Ichigo. He wanted to see the man. He wanted to be close to him,talk to him. He shook his head in denial...he couldn't...he wouldn't...but...it was too late...
He had already fallen for Kurosaki Ichigo.
A few hours later,Uryu was seated comfortably at Urahara's as he had his tea, lightly conversing with the others as they waited for...him. He was late and Uryu wasn't quite surprised.
Kisuke:So...how has it been going for you all?
Rukia:Great! Being the Captain of Squad 13 is hard but I must say I'm doing quite well for myself!
Rukia stated proudly making her red haired lover grin widely as he nodded.
Renji: She's right...and...we were planning on getting married in a couple of months.
Orihime:Wow... I'm so happy for you Rukia-chan,Renji-kun!
The woman chirped happily and clapped, excitement shining in her eyes.
Orihime: I've recently opened a bakery!
Everyone silently cringed,you do not want to taste the woman's cooking. It was a wonder she was able to open a bakery in the first place.
Orihime: Ichigo is doing well too, except for his travels around the world but hey! He's planning on starting his own company soon.
Kisuke: Really?...
Orihime:Yeah! Poor Ichi-kun is working too hard. But sent I'm hoping starting his own business will give him a break.
Sado:Ofcourse it will Orihime-chan, he'll be the boss so I'm guessing he'll be getting a lot of time by then. Right,Uryu-kun?
Uryu: It's not as easy as you think. He might be busier than he currently is-days are just not the same.
Rukia:Yeah,I forgot. What's it like running a huge hospital like that on your own?
Uryu: It's not half bad really. You just have to make sure your employees are disciplined.
He glanced up just in time to see Ichigo standing quietly by the door and smirked.
Uryu:But ofcourse knowing Kurosaki,he has none of that and no judgement to things as such. I'm betting he'll be hiring anyone he sees on the street making things harder on his part and double the work. He might even be barely home Orihime-chan.
His smirk widened when he saw a vein pop on the said boy as he looked offended.
Ichigo:Oi,what do you take me for? I'm not as dumb as I look.
Uryu:A very good evening to you to Kurosaki,still have no manners at all I see.
Ichigo fumed and Uryu let out an arrogant smile like he used to when taunting the other back then. No one reacted to their little 'bickering',this was normal to them. The two were always in each other's throats arguing about childish things so...they just watched in amusement as Ichigo glared at the Quincy and sat next to his wife, kissing her on the cheek softly. Uryu looked away, hiding the hurt and jealousy in his eyes and missing the fond, guilty look he threw his way.
Ichigo:Ah,sorry I was late and stuff. I had a Chinese session out of town.
Kisuke:Uh-huh. It's good to see you well Ichigo.
Ichigo: Likewise. Oi,I heard you two were getting married. Congratulations!
Renji:He he...told you we were not so far behind you.
Rukia:I thought you'd be having a lot of babies by this time.
Renji:Yeah,me too. It seems you're quite slow Ichi.
Both Ichigo and Orihime blushed.
Ichigo:Um...er...well we...
Kisuke:That said I'm also worried about Uryu-kun over here. Do you even have a sex life to begin with?
Uryu chocked in his tea and began to cough,clearing his throat he avoided looking anywhere near Ichigo, blushing hard.
Uryu:Ofcourse I have a se-...a relationship.
They laughed at him,it was obvious he was lying.
Renji:Yeah,right. I'd bet you're gay.
Uryu almost choked again.
Uryu:W-wah-what?
Kisuke:Hey,no need to be shy. With that sewing and attitude...you could pass as a girl.
Ichigo:(laughs)Yeah,Ishida you look like a woman. Could top many woman with that feminine look of yours-like Rukia,you see?
Everyone laughed again except a very bemused Rukia and Uryu. Rukia smacked Ichigo playfully
Rukia:Oi, I'm beautiful too!
Ichigo:(laughs harder)Heard that Ishida?She said you're beautiful -not handsome.
Uryu gritted his teeth and threw a cold glare at the strawberry. The nerve of the bastard.
Kisuke:Anyway, that's not why I called you here at all.
Everyone turned to Kisuke, serious looks adorning their faces.
Kisuke:A few weeks ago,the reports of human dying has sky rocketed. Due to an investigation conducted with Mayuri,we have found that there's a new breed of hollows who masks themselves as human. They have a special kind of target, meaning they only go after pure breeds. In this case,they grow close to their targets, forming a relationship with them,be it friendship or romance, either way they grow into them, killing them slowly. I am sad to inform that most likely Ichigo,Orihime and Sado will not fall prey to this breed. I,Yoruichi,Rukia and Renji may be target but the chances are slim leaving you,Uryu-kun.
Uryu:Me?
Kisuke: Unfortunately yes. You,Uryu are a pure blood Quincy and a successor to the throne in future. I'd advice you to be very careful with the people you interact with. Also,you might be our only way to lure the hollows in.
Ichigo: What?You can't possibly be meaning we have to use Ur-I mean Ishida as bait!
Kisuke: I'm afraid that's the only chance we have on capturing the hollows.
Ichigo:What?No!
Uryu:Kurosaki...
Uryu said in a warning tone and their eyes met as they had a silent conversation with their eyes.
Uryu:What are you doing you idiot?! You'll get us caught!
Ichigo: Don't tell me you're considering it.
Uryu:So?If Kisuke says I'm the only one who has the chance to lure them out so be it!
Ichigo:Are you insane? You're putting your life in danger!
Uryu: For the better good of the world. Don't act like you wouldn't do the same thing!
Ichigo:But we both know how Kisuke is,he could be setting you up for something more dangerous than we all think!
Uryu:...Or not. Besides, we'll cross that bridge when we get to it!
Ichigo:I don't like this Uryu, I have a very bad feeling about it.
Uryu:Ofcourse you would.
Ichigo:Uryu I mean it...please.
Uryu: Ichigo...
Ichigo:Please Uryu.
Uryu: I'm sorry Ichigo. Please let me do this,trust me please...
They were still staring at each other intently when Ichigo huffed and looked away before running a hand through his short strands.
Ichigo:Fine.
He didn't show it but Uryu smiled lightly. They were great actors. Both of them. No one suspected a thing.
It was a few weeks after the meeting with the gang,Uryu hadn't seen anything out of the norm. Life was going on as usual,loads of work, double the stress and he hasn't seen Ichigo since. Walking up to his mansion,he registered his finger print and walked in, removing his shoes he proceeded inside his house only to pause midstep. Something was amiss...his house felt warm. Warmer than usual,there was some light and cosy air as if someone was in the house. Preparing his Quincy cross he walked up the stairs,a bow forming in his hand as he got ready to shoot an arrow through whoever had the nerve to invade his space,his home. The man paused in surprise,the weapon in his hands immediately disappearing as confusion dawned his face.
Uryu:I-Ichigo?
The unsuspecting man turned back and gave him a beautiful smile before turning off the stove and walking towards him. Uryu was even more shocked when the man didn't touch him at all but kept a safe distance between them. What the hell was going on?
Ichigo:Hey,Ryu. Welcome home.
Ryu?Since when did Ichigo call him that? Where did he even get the pet name? Uryu's gaze shifted around the house uncomfortably.
Uryu:Is someone in the house?
Ichigo:...No.
Uryu:Are we being watched?
Ichigo looked around,confused.
Ichigo:No.
Uryu:Is something wrong?
Ichigo:(even more confused)No.
Uryu: So then...why are you being so nice? Why are you even cooking?I mean...you only come here when you need...you know?
Ichigo looked down in guilt but then his eyes traveled up to the beautiful man.
Ichigo:I want to.
Uryu narrowed his eyes in suspicion before he walked up to the fridge, taking out a bottle of water he drank from it and wiped his mouth,eyes traveling back to the substitute shinigami who watched his every move carefully.
Uryu:Why do I feel like this is about the Hollows?
Ichigo:Ryu...
Uryu: Don't call me that.
Ichigo:You can't be alone at a time like this,it doesn't sit well with me. It makes me feel uneasy. Do you even know that I barely sleep at night?
Uryu:Gosh,you imbecile. What about your wife?!
Ichigo: She's fine,I booked her a trip out of town with Tatsuki and Chizuru.
Uryu:Wah-what?
Ichigo:Kisuke said it was fine. We can give her a call if we need her, she's not that far.
Uryu:Stupid, stupid,stupid. You're insane Kurosaki.
Ichigo frowned at the man infront of him and Uryu felt a headache sneaking up on him he turned and stood infront of Ichigo.
Uryu: Kiss me.
Ichigo:No.
Uryu:Ichigo just stop playing around and kiss me!
Ichigo:No!
Uryu:This is really frustrating,what the hell do you want from me?
Ichigo:I want to take care of you.
Uryu: Why? You've never cared about it before!
Ichigo:Uryu,please... let's...can we please not fight? I don't want to fight with you ok? Just stop asking questions and let me be ok? It's not like I'm going to be here forever,Orihime is going to have to come back eventually. We... we've never really spent time together without doing each other...I want to know what it's going to be like living with you. We won't get another chance.
Uryu stared at the man infront of him, his words sinking in. He was right,this was their only chance so why not use it while they can? A small smile played on his lips and he relaxed.
Uryu:Ok... I'm going to take a shower and then change.
Ichigo:And I'll be finishing up here and setting up for dinner.
Uryu nodded and walked towards the bathroom happily. This was their first time together without ravishing one another...so Ichigo wasn't using him after all. He wasn't just a toy... Ichigo cared.
After taking a quick shower Uryu descended the stairs in his snow white Loui Vuitton pyjamas and matching socks to find Ichigo just finishing up setting the table. He paused and stared at the beauty in awe.
Ichigo:Wow,not everyone makes LV looks so good just wearing it.
Uryu:(smiles)Thank you and it smells good in here.
Ichigo blushed lightly and motioned for the other to join him, both sat down and began on their meal.
Uryu:So...how has Orihime been holding up?
Ichigo: She's her usual cheery self. But...she wants to try Renji and Rukia's suggestion.
Uryu:You mean...a baby?
Ichigo:Yeah...
Uryu:Do you... want one?
Silence. Ichigo frowned and stared at his food.
Ichigo:Who doesn't? I mean I'm at the right age and...I can fully provide for one. I'm stable.
Uryu:Hm. Have you tried?
Ichigo:...Yeah.
Uryu:I see...
Ichigo:Are you upset?
Uryu:Ofcourse not. She's your wife Ichigo,she deserves the right to carry your child.
Ichigo:Hm.
After that the two indulged themselves in their food for a few minutes.
Uryu: How's work?
Ichigo: Man you had to bring that up, it's fucking annoying. Sometimes I feel like I shouldn't be hearing what my clients are saying to each other. Eitherway... days are not the same.
Uryu: It's a good thing you're starting your company then. It's not healthy to do something you don't like.
Ichigo:Yeah, I bet you enjoy bossing everyone around. I never really imagined you being bossed around by someone.
Uryu:(offended)Hey,I worked as a doctor for the first three years!
Ichigo:That doesn't count,you worked in your father's hospital...I doubt he'd boss you around as much.
Uryu:Oh well, I never imagined myself working for anyone as well.
Ichigo:Freak.
Uryu:Shut up.
The two boys smiled in content,they were themselves, without pretending. They were home. After dinner Uryu and Ichigo washed the dishes and the two went to the bedroom. Sitting on the carpeted floor, Ichigo motioned for Uryu to sit between his legs as his hands circled around the Quincy's waist. Uryu leaned on his chest and Ichigo rested his chin on his head,both boys sighed contently as they watched a random movie on the television screen.
Uryu:This is nice.
Ichigo:Yeah...I wish we could stay like this forever. Just you and me,for eternity.
Uryu smiled softly...
Uryu:Then...why did you marry Orihime?
Ichigo:I thought we agreed not to talk about this.
Uryu:We can't avoid the topic Ichigo. If you want this,if you want me...then why did you choose to marry her?
Ichigo: Because I had to. Everyone expected me to ok?What was I supposed to do?Just come out and state that I'm gay?
Uryu:Since when have you ever cared about what people say?
Ichigo frowned and moved away from the man who was getting pissed off fast...Uryu was famous for his quiet short temper.
Ichigo:Uryu...
Uryu:You are lying!
The boy was now on his feet,staring accusingly at the orangenette.
Ichigo: Sit down Uryu.
Uryu:Why. Did. You. Marry. Her?
Ichigo: It's none of your goddamn business!
Ichigo fired back feeling just as annoyed.
Uryu:Oh,Oh...Oh yeah? Well too bad I think I deserve to know since I'm the one who you always run to when you need your fix! I wonder how your wife will feel when she finds out what you've been doing behind her back!
Ichigo stood up and grabbed him just in time as he is tuned away.
Ichigo: You wouldn't dare.
Uryu:Wanna bet,Kurosaki?
The two glared at each other before the archer yanked his hand away and walked towards his bed and settling in. Ichigo knew he shouldn't have left things as they were,he knew Uryu would do something crazy-he always did when he was mad but he went to the guestroom anyway,far from him. He needed to clear his head...
It was just past midnight,Uryu sat on his bed looking mad. He couldn't take it anymore. He refused to be used like this. No more...he loved Ichigo but he hated him just as much. He had the perfect idea,he knew how he'd get back at him. Taking his cellphone out of the drawer,he dialed the number and waited for a few seconds...
"Kurotsuchi,hello?"
Uryu:This is Ishida Uryu.
Mayuri:(interested)Ah,the Quincy...what do I owe this pleasure?
Uryu:Can we meet, tomorrow at my office?
Mayuri: What's this? Am I being summoned by a lowly Quincy human? Who do you think I am,boy?
Uryu: I'll make it worth your while,I promise.
Mayuri:Hm...you better keep your promise Quincy boy or I'll make your life a living hell.
Uryu:No need for threats Kurotsuchi,see you then.
The call ended and Uryu stared at the nothingness of the dark room. Yes...he refused to be a toy for any longer than this...He was going to get what he wanted from Ichigo, just like the man has always taken what he wanted from him. It's a 50-50.
That morning,the men didn't say anything to each other...they just did their things and went to work. It didn't take long for the mad scientist to show up in Uryu's office.
Mayuri:Ok let's get this over and done with. What did you call me in here for?
Uryu: Straight to business I see. Ok,I want you to help me with something.
Mayuri:And what what makes you think I'll help you with anything?
Uryu:It will give you a chance to do an experiment...
Mayuri's eyebrows went up,it was clear the scientist was interested. Uryu wasted no time and smirked.
Uryu:I want to get pregnant.
The scientist looked shocked for a while before he grinned so wide it was scary.
Mayuri: Perfect! I've been wanting to do that for a while but never found a willing subject. It's like they always say,Great Minds Think Alike. Say, when can we start this Quincy-boy?
Uryu:As soon as possible.
Mayuri:I have a few suggestions,come to the seretei and we can try one of them out will you?
Uryu: You're not hearing me complain are you?
Mayuri:I knew I liked you Quincy boy. I'm not disappointed at all.
Uryu stood up and poured wine for the both of them,they clanked their glasses and drank in their newfound agreement.
That evening,Uryu found himself laying on a table in Mayuri's lab as Nemu and Mayuri worked on him. It was painful,the injections and somethings he couldn't identify piercing his skin,he remembers passing out most of the time but at the end of the day Mayuri was done and gave him the green light. Uryu sighed and walked inside his house to find Ichigo waiting for him patiently...this was the perfect time to initiate his plan...
Uryu:Hey.
Ichigo:Uryu can we talk? I...
He didn't get to finish the sentence when hot lips covered his own in a passionate kiss, Ichigo pulled away as if Uryu's touch burnt him.
Ichigo:W-what's going on Uryu are you coming down with a fever?You're burning!
Uryu:Ichi...
Ichigo felt himself getting aroused instantly,what the hell was going on here. Just the smell of Uryu made his mind go cloudy,he wanted to do things to the beautiful man. Feeling his body moving on it's own,he grabbed the boy's lithe frame softly and kissed him passionately, pulling him close he deepened the kiss...
Morning came and Uryu woke up to a pair of chocolate eyes staring at him intently,the boy slowly sat up feeling his body tingling all over,he grabbed his glasses and put them on.
Uryu: Good morning.
Ichigo:Uryu...
Uryu:Not now Ichigo.
Ichigo:Uryu what the hell happened last night? Something was off...I don't know...
Uryu: Whatever you are talking about Ichigo.
Ichigo:No Uryu... I'm telling you...
Uryu: Ichigo will you stop it? Isn't enough that you refuse to talk to me about your wife?
Ichigo:Why are you so defensive?
Uryu: I'm not. I'm just annoyed because we have to discuss problems the moment we wake up!
Ichigo: You're hiding something.
Uryu:So? You hide a lot of things from me too.
Ichigo:Uryu...
Uryu:I don't have time for this.
The archer stood up and headed for the bathroom and Ichigo held him back.
Ichigo:Uryu let's talk.
Uryu: We're talking.
Ichigo:No we're not talking, we're not talking. We're just arguing and fighting!
Uryu:Whose fault is that?
Ichigo looked away and sighed in defeat, sitting weakly on top of the bed he stared back at the boy who had his sapphire eyes fixed on him.
Ichigo:She reminds me of my mother. Beautiful. Vibrant. Kind...she makes me feel at home. I love her.
Uryu:If you love her so much then why are you cheating on her?
Ichigo looked up at his lover's sharp tone, jealousy lacing his words.
Ichigo:I don't know...I just... You're different. Uryu you make me feel... I'm happier and much at peace when I'm with you. Your kind of affection towards me is... different. It makes me feel alive, always looking forward to see you. It's natural...I can't really explain it but...my heart stops beating for a moment when I see you and I just want to...I...
Confused,the man looked up to see a quite shocked Uryu.
Ichigo: What I mean is that...I love you both.
Uryu:You can't love two people Ichigo, one will get hurt in the process. It's clearly obvious you love Orihime more because...you always go back home to her.
Ichigo:But I'm here, aren't I?
Uryu:And what if she comes back? You're going to leave me here strangling. Never really knowing when I'll see you ever again. You've never taken the time to stay with me before,lay together. You only come here, have sex with me and go back to her. Have you ever considered how that actually feels Ichigo?
Ichigo looked down in shame. Ofcourse he thought about it but what was he supposed to do? He couldn't lie to Orihime,he couldn't desert her. Uryu was stronger so he was capable of dealing with it right? He looked up just in time to see a silently fuming Uryu walking away. Ichigo sighed and held his head in frustration. How was he supposed to choose between the two people he loved?
Uryu sat in his office staring at the group of people infront of them. There were about 5 of them.
Bambietta: Your Majesty,Uryu-sama if I may ask... why did you summon us here?
Uryu: I'm moving back to the palace soon.
The Quincy looked shocked.
Bazz-B:W-what? That's so sudden,is there a matter Your Highness?Tell me who's bothering you and I'll fix the right up.
Uryu:(smiles)Thank you for the trouble Bazz but no one is giving me trouble.
Candice: Even if there was,His Majesty is capable of protecting himself you idiot!
Bazz-B:What? I didn't say that he couldn't! I would never insult my king that way!
Candace:It sounded like that's what you were implying.
Bambietta:Girls,please. We are in the presence of the king.
Bazz-B:Excuse me?Did you just call me a girl?
Meninas:I think what Bambi was trying to say is that you should behave yourselves.
Jugram:I agree with her. Your behavior is unacceptable before His Highness.
Uryu:(laughs) It's fine. Man you guys are too serious.
The Quincy stared at their king with shock before Bazz-B,Bambietta and Candace grinned,Meninas looked interested and Jugram remained emotionless.
Uryu:I know this is going to sound weird and probably wrong but... I'm pregnant...well...at least I hope so.
Candace: What?
Bazz-B:What...?
Bambietta:Eh?
Meninas:Hmm?
Jugram: Pardon me Your Highness but...Huh?
Uryu:(nods) It is natural that you might be confused, I'll explain shortly.
Uryu stood up and offered them drinks before sitting back down.
Uryu:I had an experiment done on me which will enable me to carry Kurosaki Ichigo's child.
Almost every Quincy choked on their drinks,eyes wide they stared pointedly at their king.
Bazz-B:And why would you do that?!
Uryu:Call it Revenge, whatever it is I'm fine with it.
Candace:(grins)Man, you're one crazy motherfucker. You are definitely a Quincy,yeah... you're one of us. You've proven it.
Jugram: Candace,I will not accept you calling His Majesty names.
Candace:Yeah,yeah.
Bambietta:And you went for Kurosaki...Of all people.
Uryu:You sound like you're scared of him Bambi.
Bambietta blushed and shook his head furiously.
Bambietta:Ofourse not!If His Highness wants me to get rid of him then I will gladly do so.
Bazz-B:Ha! She's scared.
Bambietta:Shut.Up!
Uryu:Anyway, I'm going to spend my Gestation period over there and probably move in permanently, we'll see.
Jugram:No need to worry, Your Majesty. I'll make sure everything is well and prepared for your arrival.
Uryu:Hm, sounds great.
Meninas: When is Uryu-sama moving in?
Uryu: I'll keep in touch. That would be all,thank you.
Bazz-B:Come on, can't we stay here with you for a while?
Uryu:No but there is something you could do for me.
Meninas: (cheerfully)Anything!
Uryu:Well, according to Kisuke Urahara... there's a new breed of Hollows after pure-blooded souls. I want you to see what you can find about them.
Bambietta:On it.
Uryu:You may go now.
The four Quincy left and Uryu frowned and stared at the one who remained.
Uryu:Is there a problem,Jugo?
Jugram:Uryu-sama...if these hollows are after pure-blooded souls...is it safe to leave you here alone?
Uryu:(smiles)You won't be too far away from here will you,Jugo?
The said man's eyes widened,a blush dusting his face before he bowed to his king.
Jugram:Ofcourse,Uryu-sama...
With that he left,Uryu smiled softly and began with his work. Part 2 of his plan was already in motion,it was time for part 3...
Someplace else,Orihime was sitting in her room when she recieved a message from an unknown number:
"Please hurry back home, your husband needs you"
A frown etched into her beautiful face, wasting no time she stood up and started packing.
Ichigo had just signed off work when Orihime crushed into him with a tight hug,tears in her eyes.
Ichigo:(shocked)Hime?What are you doing here?
Orihime:I...(sniffs) I was so worried about you.
Ichigo pulled her away and began wiping her eyes,he spoke to her softly.
Ichigo:Hey,why would you be worried about me?
Orihime:I got a message from an unknown number saying that you needed me.
Ichigo:What?
As the woman began to explain, Ichigo knew exactly who was behind this. Cursing inwardly...he knew Orihime wouldn't let him off her sight anytime soon. That bastard Uryu...
A few days passed and the symptoms began to kick in,the nausea, morning sickness,cravings...Uryu wasted no time and did a blood test,it came back positive -he was pregnant. The experiment was a success. Mayuri seemed proud of his creation and Uryu cringed at what he was going to use it for,either way he found someone to manage the hospital for him and moved into the palace where he was kept safe from everyone except his people. He was in the restroom currently with the 5 Sternritter.
Uryu:So...what have you found?
Bazz-B:The shinigami are on it as we speak...
Meninas:There was quite a large number of them...
Candace:That we had to kill some of them ourselves...
Bambietta:Those monsters were smart but well...
Jugram:What they mean is that Urahara found the solution to the problem,there is absolutely nothing to worry about Uryu-sama.
Uryu: That's a relief,now I can fully focus on the baby.
Bazz-B:If you must know...Kurosaki's pretty nuts about you suddenly going MIA. Are you sure there was nothing between the two of you?
Uryu: Spying on people now Bazz?
Bazz-B:I happened to bump on the sight of him harrasing your father.
Uryu:That idiot.
Bazz-B: He's going crazy if you ask me.
Candace:Is it safe to tell you that crazy scientist told them about the experiment he performed on you?
Uryu: What?
Bambietta:It seems Kurosaki won't let this slide until he finds you.
Meninas:And he's not being hush-hush about it either,his wife is starting to get worried about him.
Uryu rubbed his head in attempt to get rid of the headache sneaking up on him and Jugram was next to him in a second.
Jugram: I think that's enough for today,Uryu-sama needs his rest. Call Giselle and tell her it's her turn to stand on guard.
Nodding the Quincy left the room without another word.
Jugram stood in the middle of the large room staring at his king, it's been 5 months since the pregnancy. The man looked heavily worried as he stared at the king who slept soundly on his large bed,it was obvious the pregnancy was draining the man-he was getting weaker and weaker everyday. The baby was taking it out of him. Don't get him wrong...he didn't doubt the king's power but...he could clearly see that the baby needed more reiatsu in order to stay balanced and it would be healthier for both his king and the baby. He knew his king wouldn't provide such high levels of reiatsu,the baby was to be frank-Kurosaki Ichigo's after all. That man had an infinite supply of reiatsu. He had to do something,he couldn't let his king and the Quincy heir die,he couldn't...
Sensing for any reiatsu nearby and feeling none,the man advance towards his king slowly. He sat down next to him and softly brushed a few strands of hair that fell over his beautiful face...The king was very beautiful -he couldn't deny that. Smiling softly his hand travelled down to the king's belly and he brushed softly, hoping that it would work... because if this didn't work...he might be forced to take his beautiful king to that Kurosaki. He prayed that it was enough,it had to be enough to relieve his king of all the strain. He didn't want the king to leave,he didn't want him to go back to Kurosaki,it was selfish-yes but he was content with their king here with them...
Jugram rested his hands on the soft skin and started transmitting small bursts of calming reiatsu. It didn't reject...it worked!A small smile crossed his face as Uryu began to visibly relax,his face wasn't contorted in pain anymore it looked much more peaceful now as Jugram continuously pushed small, equal bursts of energy inside the unaware Quincy king's body,he continued stimulating him for hours until he was sure his king has had enough to at least last him for the whole day. Standing up,the man straightened himself out before walking out through the giant doors. He met Bambietta outside who just threw him a weird, suspicious look. Jugram said nothing and proceed down the hall as Bambietta kept staring at him with narrowed eyes until he disappeared,with that Bambietta opened the door and checked on the deep asleep king on the bed before smiling and walking away...
Next morning,Uryu was standing in an open area near a giant glass wall as he watched Bambietta and Bazz-B training with the Quincy toddlers outside,a frown dawned on his face...what happened to him. He felt refreshed,stronger,healthier than he has in 5 months. Touching his belly he smiled...he couldn't wait to meet him or her. But...
Jugram:Is something the matter Uryu-sama?
Uryu frowned anger slowly getting to him,he didn't even turn to look at the man. Why the hell was he always following him around?Sensing the other's mood darkening quickly,Jugram walked to him. Trying to turn him around Uryu pushed him away harshly,the man got even more worried
Jugram: Your Highness...what is wrong?...
Uryu:Just fucking go away.
He said dangerously calm,Jugram looked up flushing quickly...Did the king just swear?It sounded foreign coming out of that mouth,it...Averting his eyes,Jugram tried to focus on the situation at hand.
Jugram:Uryu-sama...
Uryu:The hell did I just say to you? Leave me the fuck alone! Why won't you let me be?! Everywhere I go, you're fucking here? I can't even breathe without you being here to monitor everything...Am I a prisoner,is that it?!
Jugram:(startled)U-Uryu-sama...I didn't know you feel that way...
Jugram's breath caught when the Quincy king's mood shifted from angry to sad as tears began to feel his eyes. The man didn't know what to do,he didn't know if he should just leave him alone or comfort him...
Uryu:Ofcourse I feel that way,I need my space once in awhile you know? It's frustrating with you here all the time. I'm sorry I came down onto you like that.
Jugram: There's no need to apologize Uryu-sama, everyone needs privacy once in a while (bows) I'll be close if you need me.
Uryu:Where are you going?
Jugram:(confused)But you said...
Uryu smiled softly and motioned for Jugram to stand next to him
Uryu: Nevermind that,come join me.
Ok,this was rare but Jugram was now scared,very terrified.
Jugram:Um...yes sir?
Uryu:Stop being so uptight,relax a little!
He chirped happily and Jugram flinched. What the hell was going on?
Uryu:You know...I don't know what kind of parent I'm going to be,I mean...I barely have any relationship with my father so I didn't learn much from him.He has always been cold, unapproachable -you name it. So I'm kind of scared. What if I'm not a good father?What if...?
Jugram:If I must I would like to remind Uryu-sama that he's not at all like his father. You'll do better. You'll be a great parent to your children,I know it. Besides,if you need help with anything, anything at all... we're here to help you out.
Uryu smiled, turning towards Jugram who began sweating.
Uryu:Thank you.
Relief washed over the other man but he shifted uncomfortably at his king's gaze.
Jugram:Is... something else?
Uryu: I've been thinking. Unlike others you never seem to go out there and enjoy your life, you're always with me.
Jugram: That is true. I was born and raised to serve my king all the time.
Uryu:(sadly)So then... you've never really had a life of your own?
Jugram:My life has always belonged to the chosen one,His Royal Majesty. I could never lead a life that isolates me from my king.
Uryu raised an eyebrow looking thoughtful.
Uryu:Hm. That could pose as a problem.
Jugram:What is Uryu-sama saying?I was born to sacrifice my life for you,all of us here were!
Uryu:And what if I don't want lives sacrificed for me,what if I don't want my people's blood on my hands,what if...I don't want deaths on my name?!
Jugram: Your Majesty,Uryu-sama...
Jugram looked shocked,his breath caught...this man...what wouldn't he do for such a wonderful man. Kurosaki Ichigo was very lucky.
Uryu:As soon as I give birth to my child,I want you to start loosening up on yourself,find the things you like and things that make you alive
Jugram:(shocked)What is His Majesty saying?!
Uryu:Go Jugo,go out there and be happy. Stop following me around and start living your own life...a life you've always dreamed of. Fly,Jugo. Fly and show the world your wisdom and kindness. Show them who exactly Sternritter B is.
The man stood in perfect disbelief before throwing himself on the floor, bowing before his king as tears filled his eyes.
Jugram:Uryu-sama!...Uryu-sama...thank you very much sir! As soon as the baby is born,I shall start creating a life for myself.
Uryu smiled softly and ordered the other to stand up,the idea of seeing a strong man like Jugram crying infront of him made him uneasy,he gasped in surprise when suddenly the said man gave him an unusually big smile and hugged him tightly before whispering.
Jugram:He might not have known and only wanted to use you when he named and chose you as his successor but...Yhwach-sama made a great choice. I haven't met anyone worthy of the throne as you. You're a true king...Uryu-sama.
Uryu's eyes widened and he stared at the man who smiled at him one more time before pointing outside. Uryu followed his gaze to see Bambietta grouped with young boys while Bazz-B scolded young girls.
Jugram:Bambietta killed handsome men for fun and Bazz-B was a sadistic,proud bastard.(pause)But not anymore. Even if their attitude hasn't changed but I can see they've become different people. They couldn't even stand being in the same room as each other not to mention they didn't have time for kids... you've changed that. Everyone has become a better person because of you. Even I wouldn't have made such an impact if I chose to fight against your crown and for that,for that...I thank you,Uryu-sama. I've never seen everyone so happy and at peace like this before. It truly feels like home.
Uryu said nothing and stared at the scene outside dazedly,Jugram smiled softly and left the king on his own thoughts. For the first time in his life he felt like he was in charge,like he deserved to do something for himself once in a while,like he had the right to be selfish,he had the right to be...
FREE.
That evening,Bazz-B whistled loudly as he descended the stairs from Uryu's house,a bag in hand. Uryu had sent him here to fetch some small supplies he could use in the palace and to be frank,Sternritter H wasn't that busy. Besides,he wouldn't pass the chance to bang some girl in this mansion(ofcourse his king didn't know about that). So after the sex,he had collected everything Uryu had asked from him and now he was leaving the very strange looking house. I mean,the last time he was here for a quickie...the house wasn't at the state it was at the moment. Clean,warm and surprisingly cosy. I mean for a house that has been abandoned for months it surely looked thoroughly taken care of...as if someone was dropping by once in awhile,not him ofcourse because he never touched anything except the bed and the supplies his king sent him for. Being Bazz-B,the man ignored all that and walked out of the house only to meet the substitute shinigami who stared at him in shock.
Ichigo:B?
Shit.The Sternritter thought in panick,what was that idiot doing here? Looking around nervously he forced out a smile as Ichigo 's face transformed into a very serious one.
Bazz-B:Um...Yo Kurosaki!
Ichigo:What are you doing here?
Bazz-B:Well...um...I was looking for Uryu-sama you see? We've been looking for him for months now,wait...do you know where he might be?
Ichigo:...No.
The man said eyeing him suspiciously before his eyes settled on the bag he'd settled on his shoulder some time ago.
Ichigo: What's that?
Bazz-B began sweating nervously,was his acting that bad?He could hear Bambietta and Candace laughing at him right about now.
Bazz-B:Oh...this? Nothing much,just things we need from Uryu-sama.
Ichigo:But how could those things be there when you said it yourself that he's been missing for months?
Bazz-B:Uh-well...eh...he-he left them. Yeah,he must've left them behind you see.
Getting more suspicious Ichigo began moving towards him,ready to grab the bag but Bazz-B stood his ground. For his king.
Bazz-B:The fuck are you doing man?
He managed to sound intimidating but it didn't seem to faze Ichigo. Who glared at him and spoke with a dangerously calm tone
Ichigo:Show me what's in the bag.
Bazz-B:What? That's confidential Quincy stuff, it's none of your fucking business!
Ichigo:Well damn, it's my fucking business alright? I'm part Quincy too.
Bazz-B:N-no. But...
Ichigo grabbed the bag,as they fought for it,contents fell from the bag into the floor. Bazz-B's eyes widened as injections,pills, medication,some clothes and hospital gears and instruments with a sewing kit filled the floor, Ichigo 's eyes travelled up and met Bazz-B's.
Ichigo:Where is he?
Gritting his teeth,the Quincy cross glimmered as a bow and arrow formed allowing Bazz-B to start shooting a rain of arrows towards Ichigo who immediately dodged. After Uryu became king their powers transformed and took a form similar to his,their Schrifts still worked but they were much different,improved,stronger. Bazz-B groaned when Ichigo suddenly turned into a shinigami,his body dropping on the ground.
Bazz-B:S-shit!
Ichigo:Getsuga Tenshou!
Bazz-B dodged immediately breaking into a run. Almost half of Uryu's mansion was down. He smirked and glanced at the man running after him.
Bazz-B:Man,the king will be so pissed when he sees that. I wouldn't want to be you.
Ichigo: I'll deal with that shit later. Right now you're going to tell me where that bastard is!
Bazz-B paused causing Ichigo to hault after him,he raised an eyebrow at Bazz-B's annoyed face.
Ichigo: Why'd you stop? Finally realized that you won't get that far?
Bazz-B:Nah... that's not it. It's something you said.
Ichigo:Eh?
Bazz-B:(deadly)You called my king a bastard. That's an insult I won't let it slide that easily even if he was. It's an insult to the Quincy pride!
Ichigo:(sweatdrops)Eh,Uryu has rubbed of on you huh?
Bazz-B: That's still an insult to the Quincy pride!
Ichigo: Shut up!
He swung his larger sword and Bazz-B dodged looking thouroughly pissed.
Bazz-B: That's it,you leave me no choice...
Ichigo raised an eyebrow looking bored,very bored.
Bazz-B:Schrift H:The Heat!
Reiatsu began collecting around the Quincy,gloves adorned his hands as his bow turned into a normal sized sword,only it had smoke coming out of it.
Ichigo:(uninterested)I see...so you don't use that "burner finger" shit anymore. Uryu's smarter than what I gave him credit for.
Bazz-B:Fuck...YOU!
Swords clashed and Ichigo's eyes immediately widened as he pushed himself away from Bazz-B, gripping his chest painfully as he struggled for breath.
Ichigo:T-the hell...
He tried to exclaim roughly. His whole body felt like it was on fire,not the good one...the bad one,he felt like he was swimming in lava. His throat was dry and burning. His whole body felt like it was drained out of hydration.
Ichigo:W-what...?
The man tried to get further away from the other,his body getting dryer and dryer by the second that Bazz-B started to look worried.
Bazz-B:Oi...are you alright?
When the shinigami didn't respond but kept inching further away from him,Bazz-B cursed swords disappearing along with the gloves as he ran to him, feeling his forehead Bazz-B's eyes widened.
Bazz-B:Shit!
He ran to the half destroyed house and later returned with a bucket full of water,dipositing it to the shingami he took out a water bottle and helped him drink.
Bazz-B:When Uryu-sama said he was upgrading our powers, I didn't know he meant business. I mean when he replaced my "burner finger shit" I didn't agree with him but now... seeing you like this makes me think the king was right afterall. I mean,he told me the flames will get stronger the more I become angry but man! Look at this...I almost took out Kurosaki Ichigo...THE KUROSAKI ICHIGO.
Bazz-B laughed a bit and ran a hand over his hair.
Bazz-B:I wonder what that bitch Bambietta can do now...and... I'm even more afraid to think of Jugo's power -must be terrifying. Is everyone even aware of what we can do now?Hell,Uryu-sama is amazing. I wonder what the shinigami would do if we decided to go for another round... we'd destroy them for sure!
Ichigo:N-no...
Ichigo breathed out harshly bringing back Bazz-B from his little rant.
Bazz-B:Oh...
He stood up and helped the other settle back to his original body before knocking him unconscious. Bazz-B stood up with the unconscious shinigami in his hands before glancing up at the sky as if it'd give him answers.
Bazz-B:MaybeI should take him to his wife, she's a healer right?Besides,I want to see the drama when he explains how he got burnt.
Spotting a shit eating grin,Bazz-B vanished using hirenkyaku.
Bazz-B was acting strange.
No.
Scratch that ...
Bazz-B was acting very strange.
Uryu observed with a small frown on his face as Bazz-B chattered,cheered and cracked jokes. Bazz-B never cracked jokes-not the ones that made people actually laugh. He winced suspiciously when the named man poured wine on his glass-Uryu's glass and added more food onto his plate as he kept the conversation going. Bazz-B hated small talks so what was going on with him today?
Uryu:What is going on with you today? Something interesting happened in the World of the Living?
Candace:Uryu-sama is right,you are acting strange.
Every Quincy seemed to agree silently and Bazz-B gave a bright,wide smile.
Bazz-B:Has anyone of you tested out their new powers? They're so cool!Uryu-sama outdid himself,I tell you
The Quincy adorned confused looks as Bazz-B stared at a frowning Uryu with so much admiration.
Candace:What are you talking about? You mean those swords Uryu-sama said are now our new powers?
Bazz-B:Well let me enlighten you dear Candace...those swords are more than just swords. When Uryu-sama said he was upgrading our power,he wasn't joking. My power of 'HEAT' is still there but it's... it's improved,stronger even. It's awesome,I tell ya.
The Sternritter exclaimed happily making the others stared at Uryu questionably.
Giselle:No way,is that right?
Uryu:Well it could be...but...why were you using your powers today Bazz?
Bazz-B: About that... well Kurosaki kinda caught me coming out of your mansion earlier...
Uryu:WHAT?
Bazz-B:(sheepishly)...We broke into a fight and I almost killed him. Almost.
All:What?!
Bazz-B: Impossible ne?Well, that's how I found out about our new powers!
Uryu:(disbelief)You fought Kurosaki?
Liltotto:And won?
Bazz-B:... Something like that,yeah.
Uryu:The hell!What did he say?
Bazz-B:Uh... nothing much but hell,my powers...
Uryu:If you're here...where is he now?
Bazz-B: He was in a very bad state so I took him to his wife, she's a healer right?
Everyone took on a shocked look except an Uryu who looked a bit pale.
Bazz-B: Anyway...um...half of your mansion is destroyed,Uryu-sama.
Uryu:(furiously)What?
Bazz-B: Would you stop saying that?And it wasn't me who destroyed it...it was Kurosaki.
Uryu: Why didn't you kill him?
Everyone sweat dropped,Uryu's mood swings were scary. The man could go from confused to angry in a matter of seconds...Bazz-B raised his hands up in surrender.
Bazz-B:Well I was thinking for the baby and you.
Uryu:You should've killed him. Do you know how much it cost me to build that house?!You know what?... I'm going to kill him myself!
The king stood up abruptly and the whole house shook as they tried to sit him back down.
Jugram: Your Highness,Uryu-sama... don't tell me after all the hard work trying to hide you away from Kurosaki-sama...
Uryu:I wasn't hiding away,I was getting away from him!
Jugram:(dumbfounded)Yes,well...you know at the state you're in,you won't be able to defend yourself and Kurosaki-sama will not let you go once he sees you.
Uryu:Let him try, I'm not scared of him!
Jugram: You're not in the right state of mind in the moment,Uryu-sama...
Uryu: I'm perfectly fine,let go of me!!!
Jugram:Uryu-sama dammit!
The man said surprising everyone but no one said a thing as they tried to calm their stubborn king down.
Yes...
Uryu-sama dammit,indeed.
Ichigo:Holy shi-!
The man held back his tounge when he caught a glimpse of his wife. He'd just pulled out of unconsciousness to meet the stern look he has only seen only a few times on his wife's face.
Ichigo:Princess...
He muttered softly, avoiding his wife's gaze as he noticed other presences in the room. He frowned and tightened his grip on the blanket, refusing to look at anyone.
Kisuke:Ichigo-kun...what happened?Why was your body full of burn marks and dehydrated?
Ichigo snapped out of it as everything came rushing back to him,his emotions quickly replaced by anger.
Ichigo:It was Bazz-B. Urahara,Bazz-B was at Ishida's house!
Orihime and multiple more people sighed,what was it with Ichigo's obsession with the Quincy. Kisuke sighed.
Ichigo:No listen to me,the Quincy have him-they know where he is!We just need to find out where the Quincy Palace is!
Kisuke: Ichigo... don't you think that,if Uryu-kun is with the Quincy,then he's at the safest place ever?
Isshin:Kisuke is right son. The Quincy are his people,they will ensure that nothing happens to him so we should rest assured now, there's no need to look for him anymore.
Ichigo:What are you saying?!Have you forgotten?Ishida was there for me even if he didn't have to!He didn't owe me anything and yet he sacrificed his life- more than once for me and all of you without expecting anything in return. He hated shinigami and yet he'd sacrifice his life anytime for anyone of you!!!What on Earth makes you think I'll just give up on him when he decides to up and leave without saying goodbye!
Karin:It doesn't matter Ichi-nii... especially since he now associates himself with that Kurotsuchi character. Maybe he's better off where he is...with his people.
Ichigo:Bull-(glances at Orihime and Yuzu)Look...Kisuke,we have to find the Quincy palace fast.
Kisuke: I'm sorry Ichigo but,if Bazz-B did something like this to you...then I strongly suggest we stay away from him.
Ichigo:Come on, Ishida is not a bad guy here.(guiltily) He's just...
Renji: He's just what? I'm sorry but he has proven otherwise. Who knows what he is planning right now? I mean you being taken down by Bazz-B? BAZZ-B?! It's obvious he's making his soldiers stronger and for what?Wait... Yeah, he's definitely plotting another war against us,why am I not surprised -oh,I remember...He betrayed us before!
Ichigo:Ishida will never do that! And he already explained why he joined Yhwach!
Renji: Don't tell me you actually believed that shit, Ichigo!
Ichigo:Well I did, Ishida will never lie to me!
Rukia:And how do you know that?
Ichigo: Because none of you know him,understands him and get him like I do! Ishida may be a lot of things,clumsy, intelligent, annoying and weird but cruel isn't one of them.(softly)He has a very kind heart... even if he doesn't show it half of the time. He's a good person and I won't let you say anything bad about him!
Isshin: What did that Ishida boy do to you. You're totally under his spell!
Ichigo:Is anyone here going to help me find this Quincy Palace or not?
No one said a thing. Isshin and Kisuke had blank looks,Karin,Renji and Rukia stared seriously at him and Orihime and Yuzu seemed very sad to see him like this. Ichigo gritted his teeth feeling a rush of anger sweeping over him before it evaporated just as quickly,he glanced at the blankets -now very calm.
Ichigo:Dad...you too?...So that's how it is huh?
Isshin kept his mouth shut and Ichigo averted his gaze.
Ichigo:I see...I guess... I'm the one who put myself in this situation anyway.(smirks)Ishida has always been smarter than me...
He stared at the blue sky outside with a sad smile.
Ichigo:I guess this is where you say "Checkmate",huh Ishida?... You've played me well... you've won.
The room was still silent but now everyone was staring at the shinigami representative as if he'd lost his mind. Ichigo chuckled painfully before laying back down whispering...
Ichigo:You've won Ishida.
-Now please,please come back-the orangenette thought,tears filling his eyes.
-I love you so very much Uryu,please...
Come back to me.-
MONTHS LATER ...
The Quincy were deep in sleep,it was a few hours before midnight when pale,bare feet paded across the hall immediately waking everyone up.
Bazz-B:(yawning) What the hell is goi-(surprised)Jugo?
Bambietta: What are you doing at this time of night? Are you possessed or somet-
At Jugram's trembling and shaken form,the Quincy froze.
Candace:Are you...are you okay Jugram?
Jugram:I-I think it's time.
Nothing else needed to be said as the Quincy ran into the giant bedroom to find their king thrashing.
Bazz-B:This is so cool!
Bambietta: This is no time for that you moron.
Nianzol:Uryu-sama,Uryu-sama...what should we do?
Liltotto:Come on now guys... can't we think on our own? Even when the king is not well...we still depend on him...
Giselle:Have any ideas smart ass?
Uryu:Just fucking stop fighting, I'm dying here!
Bazz-B: Let's call that creep Mayuri, he's the one who started this in the first place.
Uryu:No,no you idiot don't bring him here. He'll see the palace and...FUCK,TAKE ME TO THAT PYSCHO!!!
Bazz-B:YES!
The Quincy took the king out of the palace and headed for Soul Society, squad 12. Jugram stood in the room, deciding on whether to do it or not.
...Afterall...
A birth of a child was a beautiful thing. Every parent deserved to witness it. With a small smile,he took off with a burst of hirenkyaku.
Uryu:DAMN THAT KUROSAKI... I'M GOING TO KILL HIM!
Ichigo was half asleep when a figure settled next to him,his eyes widened when he spotted Jugram who encouraged him to follow him, changing to his shinigami attire he followed him. On the way...
Ichigo:Where are we going exactly?
Jugram: Ichigo-sama...Uryu-sama is about to give birth and therefore I'm taking you to squad 12. I thought it'd be great if you got the chance to see the birth of your child... even if Uryu-sama will kill me afterwards.
Ichigo paused staring at Jugo with an unreadable expression before a small smile crawled into his lips.
Ichigo:Hey man...thank you. I owe you for this.
Jugram didn't say anything and led the other to where their king was.
To say the Quincy were surprised when the shinigami representative showed up would be an understatement...
The Quincy were unamused...
Bazz-B: Jugram you traitor!
The angry man stated punching the daylights out of the said man.
Ichigo:Yo,the hell man?!
Bambietta:What are you doing here?!
Ichigo: I'm here to witnesses the birth of my child!
Giselle:No one's allowed to go inside that room so you'll have to wait just like everyone else.
Ichigo:No way, I'm the father of this child!
Candace:You have a wife remember?You can't expect our king to follow you around and settle down to be your second best.
Ichigo sweat dropped,why was the topic shifting? These Quincy...
Ichigo:I know that...I just want to be there for my child.
Bambietta: I'm sorry but this child is the king's. If you want one,go make one with your wife.
Ichigo:What?
Bazz-B: She's right and I don't usually agree with her. Now if you want to see this child you'll have to wait it out just like everyone else.
Ichigo:But...Uryu used me in order to get this child, it's my damn child too!
Candace:(sigh)Look,we get that but we also understand where Uryu-sama came from. If it were up to him you wouldn't even be aware of this child but well...things happen.
Liltotto: Damn that Mayuri and his big mouth.
Bambietta:And...if you don't want this to reach your wife's ears then you'll have to pretend not to be the father.
Candace: We'll let you see the child...
Bazz-B:But you can't demand to go in there right now, it'll be suspicious.
Ichigo: I'll just play it off as a concerned friend,no one will notice. I'm a good actor I know it.
Meninas:Ichigo,honey...are you sure you really want to go in there and watch Uryu-sama being cut open and stuff?
Ichigo made a face-he definitely did not want to see that-
Ichigo:Well... when you put it like that...
Candace: Good. Now sit your ass down and wait it out just like everyone else.
And then her expression softened and she gently touched Ichigo's shoulder.
Candace:Uryu-sama will be alright,I promise.
Ichigo stared at the girl for a moment before sitting down. He could see the genuineness and care in the Quincy's face. They truly cared for their king,it seems Kisuke was right ...Uryu was at his safest when he was with the Quincy.
Everyone was leaning on each other in waiting room looking nervous. Jugram and Bazz-B stood not far from each other by the door,Bambietta,Giselle,Liltotto and Nianzol sat on the floor in one corner of the room while Meninas and Candace sat next to Ichigo trying to calm him down...it was very tense in the room as they waited.
... Relief washed over everyone when finally,baby wails and cried filled the room but the wails were to much for just one little baby.
Bazz-B:(smile)That little one sure knows how to cry.
Everyone in the room lit up as they stood up in both excitement and anticipation. It didn't take much longer before the door opened and Nemu stepped out with a shy smile, clipboard at hand.
Nemu:I am honored to inform you that the operation was a complete success...We have male twins,born February 29 exactly 00:00am.
Ichigo:D-did you say twins?
Nemu:Yes. It seems to be a case of identical twins.
Bazz-B: That's so cool.
Jugram:And how about Uryu-sama?Is he alright?
Nemu:Yes,it seems Uryu-sama is doing just fine. Mayuri-sama put him on medication before the operation so there will be no signs whatsoever that he has given birth before or...had an operation in the first place.
Nianzol:Can we go in now?!
Nemu:Oh,y-yes. Ofcourse.
The Quincy and Kurosaki filled the room to find Uryu smiling softly at the two bundles in his arms,a very proud of himself Mayuri gave them a glance before walking out of the room. Uryu still looked oblivious to everything around him until Bambietta awwwed and rushed to his side.
Uryu:(surprised)I-Ichi...Kurosaki?
Ichigo said nothing and simply stared at the archer with a calm façade. Uryu's eyes travelled to Jugram then back at the newborns who slept soundly in his arms before staring back at Ichigo.
Uryu: I'm s-
Ichigo: There's no need to apologize Uryu. I...I think I know why you went on and sid that shit.(pause)...It doesn't mean you're right though but I'm willing to let this slide and we fix things.
Uryu: I'm not sure about fixing things but... would you like to name them?
The archer said, cheeks flushing pink which drew Ichigo's own blush.
Ichigo:You mean... you'd let me?
Uryu nodded shyly and Ichigo stepped forwards until he could see the newborns clearly. His breath caught,tears filling his eyes and he gasped in amazement. Slowly he reached out and carefully,very delicately picked up one of the twins as if he was scared he'd drop or break him.
Ichigo: They're dark haired just like you!
He said, excitement lacing his tone and Uryu smiled.
Uryu:They have tan skin just like you.
He said nodding and Ichigo quietly stared at the bundle in his arms. He was fragile,light... beautiful just like Uryu...the boy had a birthmark on his left cheek.
Ichigo:Aō. Kurosaki Aō.
Uryu:Ishida Aō.
Ichigo:What?But...
Uryu:No, Ichigo. Orihime-chan is your wife ... she's the only one who has a right to carry the child with the Kurosaki name. It just wouldn't be fair,it wouldn't be right...I can't steal that from her too. Listen,these children will carry the name Ishida.
Ichigo frowned,he didn't like that but he didn't say anything thing, softly poking the bundle in his arms he smiled and gave him back to the archer before taking the other twin,he was exactly similar to the one he'd just give to Uryu but this one had the birthmark on the opposite cheek. It was cute,really.
Ichigo:Ai. Ishida Ai.
Uryu:Baby Aō and Baby Ai...what beautiful names. Welcome...
He said with a wide smile before motioning for the Quincy to step forward,each had a chance to hold,meet and greet the newborns. Some "awwwwwwed" and some gasped. But one thing was clear...
All fell in love with the adorable twins.
Ichigo returned home that morning looking too much happy,he found a very cheerful looking Orihime by the stove making breakfast.Yeah,Orihime's cooking was shit but living with her all these years had taught him to tolerate it. It wasn't that bad once you got used to it,really...
Correction:It wasn't that bad compared to Uryu's shit cooking.
Anyway,Ichigo walked over to her slowly wrapping his arms around her waist he whispered seductively.
Ichigo: How's my beautiful princess doing huh?
Orihime blushed furiously and turned off the stove before facing Ichigo with a frown.
Orihime:Ichi-kun? Where have you been?I woke up this morning and you weren't there ...I wanted to tell you something.
Ichigo looked at the sweet woman infront of him before his concience ate at him.
Orihime didn't deserve what they were doing to her ...
She deserved to know the truth.She deserved to what her husband and supposed to be friends were up to ...
That they had babies together...
That they were cheating on her ...
That Ichigo enjoyed every single moment of it ...
Ichigo was just staring at his wife with a guilty look, deciding on whether to inform the kind hearted woman of his, their dirty deeds when something struck him.
Ichigo:Huh?Ehat is it that you wanted to tell me?
Orihime smiled sweetly and led him to the lounge where they sat down and Orihime let out a bright smile as she exclaimed.
Orihime:We are pregnant Ichi-kun!
Ichigo looked at the woman shocked before a grin lit his face up.
Ichigo:We are pregnant.
He repeated as if registering his wife's words...
Ichigo:Ohmygodprincesswearepregnant!
He said standing up and happily twirling the giggling woman around,both laughing very happily...yes,they were happy.
Uryu sat in his room staring outside the window. It was raining...He had moved back to the Living World not long after the twins were ready for traveling and to his surprise his mansion was fixed and modified with touch ups here and there to accommodate the twins. Uryu smiled at the thought as his eyes travelled to the soundly asleep babies.
They were eleven months now both with big sapphire eyes and both were left handed. Yes,it seemed they took more after him than they did Ichigo-Uryu thought with a small smile. But...there were characteristics that the boys inherited from Ichigo. Like his care-free attitude and restlessness,Uryu sometimes found himself rolling his eyes at them. Smile disappearing Uryu thought back to Ichigo...
A sad look crossed his face when he realized that Ichigo didn't spend time with the twins,ever since they were born... Ichigo never really took time to stay with them. Not that Uryu wanted him to play house and all but just... being there for them. Sure,the man sent money(even though Uryu didn't need it),it just wasn't the same. The Sternritter would always drop by and check on him,some even insisted on living with him but he turned them down. He just wanted to be with his children. The hospital was up and running well, even if he worked from,ofcourse he'd hired someone to manage things for him over there while he was gone.
Ichigo...
He felt envious of Orihime. The Woman was just so perfect he couldn't get the strength to hate her but...he was jealous of her.
The moment she got pregnant Ichigo dropped him to be there for her. He was with her throughout the pregnancy, she supporting her, loving her, being there for her that even when the woman gave birth two months ago, Ichigo was there to hold her hand and guide her through.
Kurosaki Kazui.
... That's what he'd heard the name of the beautiful baby boy was. Sure he'd sent gifts and congratulations to the parents but he'd never really got the chance to meet the child. He felt too guilty to,too jealous...Yeah,he was the one who ran away from Ichigo when he got pregnant but what was he supposed to do?
Closing his eyes the archer sighed before slowly opening them he stared at the sky outside. Would Ichigo ever be there for the twins or ...
Or...it will be just like their late sex meetings. A thing where Uryu would be left alone for the strawberry head to return to his wife. Only this time there were children involved. Oh why? Why did he go to that Mayuri and made things worse for himself?He loved the twins, very much but sometimes... sometimes he wished Ichigo was there...with them.
The Quincy king was pulled out of his thoughts by a loud knock on the door, checking on the babies one more time he stood up and walked to the door, opening it his eyes went wide in surprised before he coughed and pulled himself together. Appearing as cold as he could be he raised an eyebrow elegantly.
Uryu:Yes?
Ryuken:(scowls)Is that a way to greet your father?
Uryu was about to give a smart reply when the man pushed through and began walking upstairs...
Uryu:What the...?You didn't even take your shoes off-Hey!
Dumbfounded,the archer followed his father who went straight to his bedroom. Stopping by the door he stared at the twins in pure surprise.
Ryuken:So... it's true...
Uryu stood in confusion but immediately went defensive when the man walked towards the babies. Ryuken reached out and brushed his hand on each sensitive skin where birthmark shown,he chuckled softly when the babies nuzzled into him. Uryu stared at the sight before him in utter disbelief,he tried pulling himself together when his father turned to him.
Ryuken:I see you're doing well for yourself,Uryū.
Uryu frowned and took on a cold appearance, similar to the one his father usually adorned.
Uryu:Why are you here,Ryuken?
Ryuken frowned, pocketing his hands he stared at his son.
Ryuken: You're rude.
Uryu:Am I? What am I supposed to do?Give you a big smile and bring you tea?
Ryuken:Yes well ...tea sounds nice.
Uryu scowled at his father but when the man made no move he rolled his eyes and sighed.
Uryu:Fine, follow me.
He didn't know if it was loneliness...or that he wanted his father in his life...or that he just admired the man and seeked his approval somehow but he found himself in the large, spacious, luxurious kitchen drinking tea with his father who was watching him like a hawk behind those glasses similar to his own.
Uryu:Well?What brings you here then?Father.
Ryuken:I heard you had children. Twins to be precise and that you've delivered them yourself using help from...a certain shinigami.
Uryu:And what if I did huh?Here to mock me and tell me how brainless I am?
Ryuken put his cup down and stared at his sun seriously.
Ryuken:Calm down Uryu, there's no need to get all defensive I'm not here to do any of that.
Uryu:(frustrated)Then why are you here?!
Ryuken:You are my son Uryu.
Uryu:Oh?You finally remembered that part? Good for you.
Ryuken winced before doing some breathing exercises for exactly ten seconds.
Ryuken:Why didn't you tell me about them?
Uryu:Why would I?
Ryuken:Stop playing smart Uryu,we both know they're my grandsons.
Uryu frowned, averting his gaze he bit on his lip.
Uryu:I...
He began with a shakey voice. Dammit...he wasn't going to cry in front of him...why? Damnit why did this man made him feel like he was a little boy again? Ryuken's fingers twitched,he wanted to run to his son,hug the dear life out of him and tell him that he was sorry and that he'll be there for him from now on...that everything was going to be okay but being the prideful man he was he sat there still. Pretending not to care about anything. Uryu took of his glasses and wiped at his eyes before casting an unfocused gaze in his direction, trying to see him but gave up and put the glasses on with a sigh.
Uryu:I was ashamed of myself.
Ryuken lowered his eyes ...
Uryu:I just went on and demanded to have Kurosaki's child as if I was desperate for one...for him. Maybe I am but doing that...I knew you'd want nothing to do with me. Yeah,you were right. Maybe I'm not the son you've always wanted and that I'm stupid sometimes... maybe I should've just stayed home and listen to you. Maybe I should have stayed away from this Quincy thing and the shinigami but...I...I didn't listen. Now look where I am. Damn that Kurosaki he barely even sees his kids...Man, I'm such a...
Ryuken:Uryu...you love those kids right?
Uryu:Yes I do,with every fiber of my being. I would burn hell and heaven for them.
Ryuken:Then...
The man swallowed thickly before letting his left hand cover his son's...
Ryuken:Then that's all that matters. Those two beautiful souls need you. To hell with whether Ichigo decides to become a part of their lives or not.
Uryu's eyes were wide and his breath caught.
Ryuken:I had no one but your grandfather when your mother passed on...and then he died too and I...I didn't know what to do...how to approach you...what I mean is that you were always closer to him than you were to me. When he died,it was just you and I...I had to take care of you,you needed me. Look...what I want to say is that I'm proud of you.
Uryu gaped,yes...he gaped at his father.
Uryu:Y-you...
Ryuken:(nods)Yes. I'm proud of the man you've become. I'm very glad you didn't turn out to be like me. And no,no you are not stupid for trying to get the affection I never gave to you... and for that I'm sorry. I want you to know that I am very proud to have you as my son and that I would like to be in your and their lives...if you let me.
Uryu looked like he was going to punch the man for a moment before standing up and locking him in a big hug,tears running down his face.
Uryu:Arigatou,otou-san!
Ryuken:Iie...arigatou,Uryu.
And just like that Uryu forgave his father... without questions...he needed him that much it seems...