Chapter 2 – Departure and a New Arrival?
The gender of the baby had been revealed due to much nagging on Yusuke's part. Kagome wanted it to be a surprise when she finally gave birth. What a shocker they were in for when they finally found out. Instead of the one baby, it was two for the expecting parents. To be exact a boy and girl. She started suffering from mood swings. Serious mood swings if you were Yusuke. He did not protest though, all he knew was that his Kagome was going to have his children. So whatever she threw at him he could take. However those incessant tears on some occasions got to him, he still could not handle them, it made him all jittery.
The news of twins definitely changed everything for the ex-traveling miko and spirit detective. More supplies were needed: baby formula, diapers, clothes, and any other thing a baby needed times two. Yusuke during the time before the birth declined many more unimportant missions. He figured his teammates could handle themselves while he had other obligations that needed to be fulfilled before the arrival of the twins. He took other various jobs around town to earn some more money. Kagome on the other hand did what she could until she was on complete bed rest. Many of their family and friends helped as well, donating money here and there and other necessities. Kagome joked saying it was like a baby shower every single day leading up to the birth. To say Yusuke was ecstatic was an understatement. The birth of his son and daughter which they later named Daitaro and Yumiko brought on a totally new side of him. He gladly stepped into the father role, he did just about everything that needed to be done…all except breastfeed. Kagome had to practically beg him to allow her to change a diaper. Even though she was annoyed at his behavior at times, she was not complaining too much. He gave her time to herself and much needed rest. She could tell he was going to be a good father.
Four years have passed since then and Yusuke and Kagome could not be any happier. Personalities between the twins made themselves known at a young age. As of now, Daitaro was the splitting image of Yusuke. He was frequently found not doing what Kagome told him to do. Indeed, he was a very mischievous little child. He had temper tantrums…heaven forbid he act as Yusuke did in his adolescent years. Daitaro often threw fists and if his person of interest was unlucky, they would be sporting some bite marks. The anger to that extent was never directed to Kagome or Yumiko, mainly anyone that he assumed was a threat. At times Daitaro did obey Kagome though, so when those moments were present, she loved him even more. And then there was the second born twin, Yumiko. Ah…Yumiko, she was often found hiding behind the legs of her parents. Every place she went she had to make sure Daitaro was around. Let's just say she loved having the company of others she knew quite well. She was often soft spoken and kind to everyone. If she gave respect she demanded it in return. Respect not given to her resulted in full fledged screaming and crying. Her brown eyes showed every emotion going through her while she made sure to keep her black hair from falling on her wet face due to tears. Knowing both of their faults, it did not lessen the amount of love Yusuke and Kagome had for them at all. The couple did have their own mishaps as well. Overall, the family was as happy as they could get.
It was bed time for the twins. Kagome had already dressed her daughter in pajamas and placed her in the big bed in their room. She kissed her on the forehead and sat on the edge of the bed.
Yumiko nervously asked, "Momma…will you tell me and Daitaro a story before bedtime?"
"Sure, when have I ever denied you a story before bedtime?"
Yumiko smiled at her mother. The loud noise alerted the occupants of the room of the newest arrival. Apparently, Yusuke and Daitaro were having another one of those who can punch the hardest match. Yusuke easily accepted defeat to make sure his son was not too upset.
Kagome sighed. 'Seriously those two should be the twins'.
Yusuke plopped him on the bed. "Alright brat, time for bed."
Tousling his son's hair and placing a kiss on his daughter's forehead. He made his way to Kagome on the edge of the bed, putting an arm around her. Kagome muttered slightly before calmly placing his arm back on his lap.
'What the hell is wrong with her?' Yusuke widened his eyes a little while looking at her. The doorbell interrupted his thoughts at this moment. "I'll get the door. 'Night you two." He waved and made his downstairs to get the door.
'Seriously?! Seriously?! That stupid idiot!' Kagome was practically fuming inside. Over the course of the day she was expecting something...anything. It did not matter. Today was their anniversary and Yusuke completely forgot. Her hands fisted the comforter below her as she tried not to let any tears fall.
"Momma?" the twins simultaneously spoke.
Kagome quickly pulled herself together and put on a genuine smile for her children. No need darkening the mood because of their stupid father.
"Yes? Oh…Yumiko the story? I almost forgot. How about the tale of a young girl and a young boy? Love and a little action for you Daitaro as well." smiling lightly she began the story she knew all too well.
He was looking too troubled when going to answer the door. He ran a hand through his hair. "What did I do wrong? She gave me the coldest look ever…it kinda gave me the chills. Damn Yusuke…think think…damn...ARGH!" he threw his hands up in frustration forgetting about the whole ordeal for now.
Reaching the door he opened it. A blue haired young lady with pink eyes stood smiling widely at him. He shut it quickly. Were his eyes deceiving him because he could have sworn that the girl looked like Botan? Years have passed since the last he saw her. His hand hovered over the knob for a few minutes before opening it again. The woman seemed to be sporting a frown now. She walked right past him to enter the house, making herself very comfortable at the closest sofa she saw.
"So Yusuke, is there a reason why you practically slammed the door in my face?" Botan said while still frowning.
Yes. This was definitely Botan. "Uh…I didn't know it was you…" he said shrugging sitting on the opposite side of her. "So what's your business for being here?" his brown orbs focusing on her while crossing his arms over his chest.
"Well, you get to the point don't you? No, hello or a 'how have you been doing since I haven't seen you in three years'. You know what! Maybe I wanted to see how your family is doing? Jeez…I guess there's no need getting upset over your attitude. Back to business though, it would seem Koenma has another mission for you." After hearing he was about to respond with a flat out 'no' she added very hurriedly, "This is very important mission of course. Koenma has gathered information that a new threat has arose threatening the human world. An unknown demon and two other followers are forming an army in order to break out of the demon world." She sighed. "We need you Yusuke I know with the family and all that you may have insecurity about fighting monsters, but it is for the sake of the human world."
Yusuke leaned back further on sofa contemplating what should be done. He should not be gone that long. It just depended on how tough these demons were. He was out of practice but he always looked forward to a good fight. He enjoyed the thrill and the pleasant sensation that ran through his veins as he connected that one punch to the enemy dealing the final blow. Of course he had other things that he had been doing these past four years. Being a husband and being a father. He enjoyed waking to Kagome like he should have been doing ever since they were married. She did not mind that he was out saving the world; she had done the same a few years back before they were even married.
"Yusuke, they are finally asleep." she smiled. Kagome felt better after tucking in the children. Just seeing them happy and smiling made her as well no matter what was troubling her. She came to a stop when she spotted Botan seated across from him.
"Hello Botan. We haven't seen you in quite awhile. How are you? Is something wrong?" She found her way to Yusuke's side, concern evident on her eyes.
"Oh hi, Kagome. I am doing fine." She centered her attention on Yusuke. "So…your decision?"
He stood from his spot from Kagome. "I'll go. When do we leave?"
"We can leave---" Botan started.
"Now wait just a second! What is going on?! Tell me right now, Yusuke! Botan!" Hands fisted at her side shaking slightly. Some strands of hair fell from her ponytail as she swiftly rose to stand in Yusuke's face. "TELL ME!"
"Kami…Kagome calm down. There's this mission. It's important. I need to be there to help." He extended his arms and placed them behind her back pulling him close to her. Her chin rested on his shoulder. "Just relax…I don't know how long I'll be gone but it seems Koenma really needs me." Yusuke felt her physically relax and realized his life didn't completely turn to hell in under an hour.
"Be safe, Yusuke." she whispered as she pulled back from him searching his eyes. "Really be safe." A small smile was visibly seen.
"As always." He hooked a finger underneath her chin, bringing her face close to hers, sealing their lips. A soft moan allowed Yusuke to deepen the kiss, plunging his tongue into that wet cavern of her mouth.
Did they not know they still had an audience? Botan only about a few feet away from them quickly averted her eyes. "Ahem…e-excuse me?" Cough. Cough.
Yusuke pulled back from Kagome with lust-filled eyes. Kagome panting slightly asked, "Did you hear something?" Turning her head somewhat she spotted the culprit. Her face was the deepest shade of red. She mumbled a quick apology to Botan.
"Ah…it's ok. Ha-ha…ha." she waved her hands in front of her, still highly uncomfortable though. "So, Yusuke…we can leave as soon as possible, preferably right now. What do you say?"
'Damn, why now of all times for a mission?' That kiss left him wanting more. He wanted to finish it all in the privacy of their bedroom. Botan! He sent an icy glare her way, making her flinch in return. "Sure we can leave now." He turned his attention to Kagome who was still a little embarrassed. His hands landed on her shoulders. "Now you be a good little girl and behave yourself. I would wake the kids…but they'd probably be up all night if I did. I'll just call tomorrow to check up on you guys when I get the chance to." He said smirking.
"Yes…good idea. Don't you dare call me a little girl again either!" A pout formed on her pink lips. "Yusuke, I just want to also apologize for how I treated you earlier. I had a reason, you forgot something, but I'm good now." She caressed his face. "Be safe like I said before. I don't care if you come back with cuts or bruises or with wounds still needing to be healed as long as you come back to us!"
"Haha. You're over exaggerating there aren't ya? What did I forget though?" he was completely confused as before. Kagome did not even respond to his question instead she faced Botan and said "Take him away before I won't let him go." She giggled a little. Yusuke was pushed towards Botan by the small woman with blue eyes.
Botan formed a portal and stepped through. The only person left to go was Yusuke. "You aren't gonna tell me what I forgot are you?" he frowned.
"Nope! When you find out you can call. Now go save the world and be sure to come back to us in one piece. I'll be sure to tell the children that you'll be back soon." She blew him a kiss.
He slowly retreated back to the portal. "I'll call tomorrow then. See ya Kagome." The portal disappeared as soon as Yusuke's form was completely in.
Kagome was in the exact place for a few minutes before silently sauntering upstairs. She checked in the room that held their children. They both were slumbering peacefully it seemed. Leaving the door open just a crack, she left their room making her way to her own. She stripped herself of her clothing and settled in the king sized bed with the silk, deep forest green covers. She sighed. She was already missing his warmth. Snuggling deeper into the covers, her eyes slowly closed, getting lost in her dreams.
Beep. Beep. Beep. A black covered head appeared from under the covers. Beep. Beep. Beep. There was more rustling as Kagome's hand finally reached the annoying alarm clock. She did not feel like waking up. However, it was kind of impossible with that ringing still in her ears and the sun's rays practically baring down on her face now.
Yawning quietly, she made her way towards the bathroom. There she showered. The night had gone without any problems. She did not awaken to see Daitaro or Yumiko in her bed reassuring her they did not have any kind of nightmares.
Swiping her hand over the now fogged up mirror she stared at herself for awhile. Taking a deep breath she closed her eyes to think about something that had happened last night. After Yusuke's departure someone…something…was watching them. Scratch that. It was only watching her. She sighed again and made her way back to her room. There was no ill intent as of yet from this being, only possibly a hint of curiosity. Kagome eyed the cell phone on her dresser. She would keep that in reach just in case.
Searching through her closet she found a fitted white blouse and some faded jeans to put on. She applied very little mascara and light blush on her cheeks. She let her hair flow down freely today instead of her usual ponytail she seemed to wearing recently. Kagome found the shoes she was going to wear for the day and put them on. After about a few minutes she entered her children's room. They were still sleeping even as she pulled out clothes they were going to be wearing for that day. She placed the clothes on the edge of their bed and walked to the far end of the room. She moved the curtains to the side allowing the sunlight to fill the room. Clapping her hands loudly she announced her arrival in their room. "It's time to wake up! Let's go!" She pulled the covers off of them. Yumiko rose immediately. Daitaro on the other hand fumbled for his missing warmth.
"Morning sweetie," Kagome placed a kiss on her forehead. "Go across the hall to freshen up while I wake up your lazy brother." Yumiko silently agreed and left towards the adjacent room.
"Now onto my sloth child. Daitaro get up now!" No response. "Don't make me drag you out of bed little boy. You shouldn't be so uncooperative at such a young age." She huffed. Yumiko entered the room at that time looking at her peeved mother and Daitaro that was sleeping like a log. She shook her head and went to the clothes meant for her to wear.
"Momma," a completely dressed Yumiko now spoke. "I can get up Daitaro for you" she smiled.
"Oh…well then I'll leave it up to you my little girl." Leaving the room, Kagome thought that her daughter's smile and that mischief in her eyes meant she was up to no good. Kagome had just turned on the TV downstairs and was settling down when she heard a shout. Little footsteps were heard seconds later. Daitaro was the first to appear around the corner soaked head to toe with she was guessing water, a pout adorning his cute face.
'Most definitely Yusuke's replica' she smiled to herself her eyes only showing slight amusement.
"Momma! Yumiko threw water on me." He said motioning to his sister who had appeared as well.
"No I didn't!" Her face portrayed nothing but innocence at that moment and Kagome could do nothing but let out a chuckle.
"You did!"
"No I didn't!"
He finally faced his mother. "I'm not lying momma! I didn't pee on myself. I'm a big boy now!" He ran to his mother's arms and she hugged him.
'Who said anything about him peeing on himself?' Kagome was mentally cracking up. She glanced at her daughter who was currently winking at her. Kagome continued rubbing small circles on her son's back to get him to calm down.
"I told you I would get him up." Yumiko said in a soft voice when she sat on the sofa and changed the TV to cartoons. Kagome looked at her daughter again and started laughing. Daitaro could be heard complaining and saying things about them picking on him. All went silent when he asked the question she was hoping would come later.
"Where's daddy?"
That is the end to chapter 2. Sorry it took so long to update. I didn't know if I should continue. I don't think that many people like the first since I didn't get that many reviews. *sigh* Anyways thank you to those that did review the first time. I would appreciate it if you could do the same again possibly and if you didn't before please REVIEW. I think I'd be more inclined to update faster.