Like a Tiger Treading on the Flowers

The Dangers of Sex: Part 2

Ichigo didn't know which was worse...Zangetsu dragging him into his inner world to coo over his belly while Shirosaki sneaked peaks at it over his shoulder...or Kenpachi insisting on carrying him everywhere. Granted it was kind of weird to have Shirosaki staring at his stomach like it was going to bite him, but Ichigo was getting tired of Kenpachi being overbearing. He was in his ninth month now, and it was just getting exhausting!

“I'm just going to see Rukia!” Ichigo protested as Kenpachi lifted him into his arms yet again.

“You're too far along to be straining your body.”

“I'm one of the thirteen division captains! I don't think a short walk will do any harm. It might do some good.” Ichigo protested.

“Sure, a short walk. We both now how excitable you guys get when you hang out, especially when Renji gets mixed in.” Kenpachi said the last part a little darkly and tightened his grip on Ichigo.

Ichigo just snorted then a calculating gleam shined in his eyes and he shifted in Kenpachi's arms so he was turned towards him. “Kenpachi...” he whined. “I'm hungry...”

“You just ate.”

“I know, but now I want pickles and peanut butter on banana nut bread.”

Kenpachi stared, trying not to think about those foods mixed together, sighing when Ichigo pushed his lower lip out slightly and looked at him pleadingly. “Fine.” He said gruffly. “I'll go get you your damn food.” He reluctantly set Ichigo down, lifting his shirt and pressing a quick kiss to his round belly before leaving.

As soon as he was out the door, Ichigo rushed to the window and slipped out awkwardly, his large belly getting in the way of any grace. As soon as he managed to get out he slunk through the streets. Well, waddled more like it, but Ichigo tried to block that word out of his mind. He sighed with relief when he finally arrived at Rukia's. He tapped on the door lightly and was immediately thrown off balance as Rukia launched herself at him, wrapping her arms around his protruding stomach.

“How are you my girl?” She cooed to his stomach and laid her head on it.

Ichigo sighed slightly. “We don't know the gender yet.”

“It's going to be a girl.” She said assertively.

“No it's not!” Renji butted in glaring at Rukia, he pushed her away and hugged Ichigo's belly too. “And you're going to be a strong little Shinigami, aren't you?” Oh gods, if Renji was talking like that and the baby hadn't even been //born// yet, Ichigo hated to think what would happen when it was.

“It is so going to be a girl!” With that Rukia kicked Renji in the stomach and dragged Ichigo inside. “So how did you get away from Captain Zaraki?”

“Told him I was hungry.”

“And Yachiru?”

Ichigo paused a moment with his mouth slightly open and a crease between his brow. That was a good question, where is Yachiru?

“ICHI-CHAN!!!” A voice screamed as a pink blur rocketed into the room. Oh. That's where. “Ichi-chan, Ken-chan is looking for you!” She jumped into Ichigo's arms, resting her head on his shoulder and staring up and him with a sweet smile. “You know Ken-chan can't do anything without you!”

Ichigo snorted and shifted so he could hold Yachiru more comfortably. “I know, but he wanted to carry me around again.”

“Why wouldn't you want Ken-chan carrying you? His shoulder is so nice!”

“Eh, I know. But it's good for me to walk around a little bit. I'm so fat!” He scowled down at his round form, but was quickly distracted by Yachiru tugging on his hair.

“Don't glare at Sesmu-chan that way! It will make him feel unwanted.” Yachiru scolded. Yachiru and Kenpachi had both gotten it into their heads that the baby's name would be 'Sesmu,' the Egyptian god who slaughtered souls. Ichigo rejected the idea immediately, but Yachiru latched onto it. Ichigo and Kenpachi had finally compromised on names, it would be Mayu if it was a girl, and Daichi if it was a boy.

“I'm not glaring at the baby, I'm glaring at my stomach.” Ichigo tried to reason with Yachiru, but she was too stubborn.

“Sesmu-chan is in your stomach! So you can't do it!”

“Alright Yachiru...” Ichigo trailed off in defeat.

“Watch out Ichigo, here comes Captain Zaraki, and he looks a little pissed off.” Rukia said, looking out the window. Yachiru leaped off of Ichigo and raced to the window with an exuberant wave.

Ah shit, he wasn't suppose to come back so fast. With a loud bang, Kenpachi kicked the door open. He strode in, his eyes instantly resting on Ichigo who had the grace to look sheepish. “Hey Kenpachi.” Ichigo said with a blush. “Did you get my food?”

“Yes.” Kenpachi grunted with narrowed eyes. “It's back at //home.//” He emphasized. “Where you //should// be.”

“I, er, was feeling restless so I decided to leave without you.” Ichigo smiled up at Kenpachi, hoping he was off the hook, but from the expression on his face, the pregnant man could tell he wasn't.

“I don't like not knowing where you are.” Kenpachi said with a frown. “Especially not so late in your pregnancy.”

Ichigo sighed, he knew Kenpachi was right, but he wanted a little breathing room. Deciding to go all out, Ichigo pouted a little bit and stepped closer, running his hands up his torso and letting them rest on Kenpachi's chest. “I'm sorry Kenpachi, will you forgive me?” With that he leaned up and brushed a soft kiss against the larger man's lips.

Ichigo could feel Kenpachi's body shiver slightly and then he was swept into his arms, leaving Ichigo feeling a little dizzy. “Ken...” Ichigo whined.

“You don't get to complain.”

Ichigo sighed and waved to Rukia and Renji half-heartedly. “See you guys later.”

Kenpachi held Ichigo comfortably to his chest the entire way, it made Ichigo blush when other Shinigami saw them, but Kenpachi's glare dissuaded an remarks. When they were finally home, Ichigo relaxed in relief and allowed himself to snuggle closer to Kenpachi. The orange haired shinigami smiled as the 11th division captain's chuckle rumbled in his chest. Gently setting Ichigo onto the bed, Kenpachi kissed him, rubbing his thumbs on either side of Ichigo's belly. “You're so beautiful...”
Kenpachi whispered into their kiss.

Ichigo blushed and squirmed, tugging Kenpachi back into a their kiss to hide his embarrassment. Kenpachi shifted so he was sitting on the bed and cupped the back of Ichigo's head so he wasn't arching it painfully at that angle. Ichigo moaned and squirmed as his erection made itself known. Fuck, he was so horny right now!

“I want you so bad Ken...” Ichigo whimpered and tried to wiggle closer against Kenpachi.

Kenpachi growled in response and eased Ichigo onto his back against the pillows. “Not as much as I want you.” With that he undressed Ichigo, caressing his flesh lovingly as it was revealed. “I can't get enough of you.”

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Sorry, but I had to end it there or I would never get this chapter posted! It will be continued in the next chapter.

The names are Japanese:

Mayu- (ma) "true" or (ma) "full" combined with (yu) "gentleness, superiority" or (yu) "evening".

Daichi- (dai) "large, great" combined with chi) "earth, land" or (chi) "wisdom, intellect".