Chapter 2: Blessing

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Her feet ensconce itself on to the familiar sheet of grass that covered the rich earth beneath it. The senkaimon gently closed behind her as she breathe in the scents that threaten to envelope her nostrils. The Kuchiki garden was always magnificent this time of the year. The petals hung loosely upon the brown branches wriggling in the embrace of the subtle wind.

Rukia let out a sigh and the orange haired man beside her looked down at the view of the top of her silky raven hair which was now cropped short to accent her face.

"It's going to be ok Rukia" he said supportively while his hand encompassed her small one, squeezing it briefly to further instill some calm into her.

"I know but I can't rid myself of this nervousness so easily" she said softly. Yes her relationship with her adoptive brother has improved tenfold but it was still below the comfort level where she can openly discuss her love interest. He may now acknowledge her as she passed him along the corridors of the mansion or the walkways of Soul Society with a firm pronunciation of her name. Silence or an occasional word has become a two liner conversation. Dinner and evening tea was now a requirement. Ichigo was a whole different matter. She cringed at all the times Byakuya had released his shikai on Ichigo for his crude behaviour.

"Ichigo" she said firmly "Please show nii-sama some respect as it would make the conversation we are about to have much easier."

He scowled at her and opened his mouth to retaliate, she narrowed her eyes at him forming that deadly Kuchiki glare. Ichigo snap his mouth shut, averting his eyes away from her and scratching the back of his head.

"Ichigo?!!"

"Yea yea."

Rukia continued her slow deliberate steps towards the shoji door that would lead her to the older Kuchiki.

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Kuchiki Byakuya, his cold demeanor radiates through his condescending eyes. His nobility displayed in stunning blue upon his haori and finally his pride, he will go to great lengths to protect. The noble man stood alone in the room, he was quite aware of his surroundings and of the two reiastus coming his way. Rukia had summoned him to discuss an important matter. He felt obliged to heed her request as an adoptive brother should. Sensing the orange hair boy with her, Byakuya already had an inkling of the "important matter" she needed to discuss.

Byakuya folded his feet under his leg in seiza position upon the cushioned seat on the floor awaiting the inevitable knock on the door. He had known for quite awhile that Rukia was seeing the subsitute shinigami since Yachiru couldn't keep her little mischievous mouth shut when she was around him. He later found out it was a strong speculation by Shinigami Women's Association. Most times, well 99.9% of the times the SWA speculations turn out to be true.

A light knock rested on the door, Byakuya mentally sighed "You may enter."

The door slid open and there stood Rukia in a orange sundress with the lower half decorated with red flowers. Ichigo standing a foot taller besides her in his usual shihakusho, both with their heads lowered.

"Nii-sama"

"Kuchiki-taicho." the words sounding foreign as it left Ichigo's mouth. Rukia smiled at his effort.

Byakua raised an eyebrow "Tea will be served shortly"

They both entered and took their places opposite the noble on the vacant cushions provided.

"Nii-sama how is your health?" Rukia started timidly.

"I am as healthy as I can be Rukia"

The door opened and the maid walked in carrying a tray of traditional tea cups surrounding an exquisite teapot. She meticulously laid out the china ware showing her years of experience as a Kuchiki household maid. She carefully poured tea for the each of the occupants, resting a platter of higashi and namagashi in the center of the table before leaving the room.

Byakuya brought the smooth edge of the cup to his lips allowing the warm liquid to saturate his taste buds. The tea slithered down his throat warming his body. Byakuya rest down his cup to look at his deceased wife's little sister who was fidgeting with her sundress.

"Rukia must I wait all day for you to tell me why you have requested my presence"

"BYA..." Ichigo trailed off as the mother of his child rested her hands over his.

"My apologies niisama" she bowed her head motioning Ichigo to do the same "Ichigo and I would like your blessing as we are having a child." she said brazenly.

Silence, it hang so disturbingly comfortable in the pale blue room. The serene paintings stretched across the walls bringing life to the tea room. What was this strange dark thought forming in his mind, a spherical blackness growing in the center of his brain, its tentacles sticky with anger licked at his heart and soul. Senbonzakura held it his hand, wretched it out and hurled it into the starry sky of his inner world. Master we shall not dwell on such unnecessary fickle emotions as our duty is to protect our pride.

Byakuya cleared his throat "A child born out of wedlock will be a contentious issue with the elders" he paused "As such I think your wedding should take place at the earliest opportunity. I would perfer tomorrow."

Rukia head still bowed asked hesistantly "Does this mean we have your blessing niisama"

He sighed "Yes and no you have not disappointed me "answering her unasked thoughts.

Rukia lift her head a beaming smile on her face. Ichigo took her hand and thanked Byakuya formally. He stood up from his place "Arrangements for your wedding will begin as of now. I will speak to Hana giving her a maximum of two days to prepare."

"Thank you nii-sama" Rukia said happily.

He turned to exit the room "Congratulations." and with that he left the room leaving the two relieved lovers to themselves.

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"Thank you Ichigo"

"For what?"

"Not being your usual obnoxious self towards niisama."

He scoffed "I only did it for you the man is still a shameless bastard."

"Ichigooo he gave us his blessing. Dont you think he is trying?"

"Maybe...sorry"

"Its ok" her hand reached for his in the moonlit room, a light blush formed on her cheeks "We are getting married in two days." After speaking to Hana it was confirmed she needed one day to successfully prepare for such an extravagant noble wedding. Everything will be taken care if, all you need to do is be present she relayed. Ichigo propped himself on his left elbow to look down her shy face. They were sharing a futon in her room. He pressed his lips upon her forehead before resting his forehead against hers. His long fingers trailed down her defined cheek bones stopping only to tuck the stray hairs behind her small ear. Ichigo placed a hand on her stomach, for a moment time stopped as they remained in that position. Calmness spreading through them like everything else around them has become non-existent. The thumping of their hearts could be heard above the chirps of the crickets outside their door.

"You will be a pain-in-the-ass of a wife but a dedicated mother. It will only make me love you more"

"Ichigo.."

"There is no place I would rather be but beside you Rukia. You pacify the storm in my soul with your strength, tenacity and stubborness. I love you and will always love you." He kissed her full on the lips briefly. "You're mine only mine."

He kissed her again this time longer. Rukia melted into his luscious lips as he licked hers open to delve into the taste of her mouth. Tongues battle for dominance ,Ichigo came over her, the full length of his body overshadowing the petite form. The light blue yakuta was slipped from shivering shoulders, her beloved bared his teeth upon her exposed shoulders earning a favourable delectable moan from her sultry lips. Ichigo removed the distracting clothing to revealed her naked form beneath it. He was eager, impatient giving rough kisses as he dipped down between cervice of smooth thighs thirsty for her wetness. His tongue danced on her core, lapping at the sensitive flesh causing her to arch her back, pushing and rubbing her pussy haphazardly on his tongue. It was too much already, how easily he made her lose control of her mind and bewitched her body to this excruciating extent.

Ichigo inserted an index finger into her core watching her head tilt back from undeniable pleasure. Hungry to make the woman come all over his mouth, he inserted another finger creating a smooth rhythm in and out of her wet pussy. His cock painfully hard from listening to the mellifluous song escaping her lips

"Ahhhughhh dont stop ichii."

"Come for me sweetheart"

Rukia gripped the sheets as the orgasm siezed her small body. In one swift motion Ichigo's fingers were replaced with his throbbing member sending her into another one. She was panting as he rock his hips letting his dick hit her sweet spot. He bend down to shower her with kisses as her orgasm raged on. Rukia hands automatically latched on to his shoulders. He picked up the pace, fucking her, his need for her was insatiable and by Kami her pussy felt so damn good clenched around his manhood. He was close, his hand grasped her hips pumping into her madly until sweet release. Ichigo buried his face into her neck out of breath, his forehead beaded with sweat "Rukia..."

"Ichigo...I love you and will always be yours"

He smiled and kissed her neck.

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Black paper thin wings beat in sync as it travelled through the morning dew entering through the door into a room where two naked bodies lay, limbs entangled with each other. Violet eyes shoot open as an unexpected message was delivered. She shook Ichigo awake "Ulquiorra is alive!, Captain Commander has summoned you on a mission to Hueco Mundo" she said fearfully.

Ichigo gritted his teeth.

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A/N: Soooo I know Rukia and Ichigo's first time was rushed in the previous chapter but I promise there will be a more detailed version. Yea it was lame but not everyone's first time is amongst scented candles or a rose petal covered bed.

I dont know how long this story will be or how long it will take to finish but I assure you there will be an ending so be patient with me ok. I do have some one-shots I wanna do so look out for it ok..please rr