Hey there everyone! Sorry this chapter took longer than usual to get out. I've had major writer's block, on top of that, as of posting this I've gotten sick, so the next chapter might take a bit longer. Anyways thanks for the reviews everyone.
Just a side note, but class 3-E is around twenty-four, twenty-five years of age. Without further ado here's chapter three of parenthood.
"Karma and Sugino should be coming over soon." Akari told Nagisa. Akari was dressed in a black skirt and a white blouse. She was on her way to Rinka's baby shower. Holding the present in her right hand she kissed Nagisa goodbye and lifted up Mizuki, now ten months old and trying to walk. "You be good for daddy now. I love you baby." Akari smothered her daughter in kisses before giving her to Nagisa and heading out the door. Nagisa and Mizuki waved goodbye to Akari as she left.
Nagisa was wearing a light blue t-shirt and blue jeans. He was currently helping Mizuki walk around the house, via holding her hands for balance. Mizuki was concentrated on walking across the carpeted floor. She had only just discovered that her legs could support her. With the tenacity of her mother, Mizuki was determined to walk across the house. Meanwhile Nagisa happily helped his daughter along the way. By now her hair was already long enough to cover the back of her neck.
As he walked with his daughter, Nagisa heard a knocking on his front door. He lifted his daughter up and went for the door, "Coming." He answered as he went to the door. Standing on the other side were Karma and Sugino. Hiding behind Karma was his one year old son, Gin. The boy was the spitting image of his mother with his black hair and brown eyes. He was rather shy, much like his mother in her youth.
Holding Sugino's hand was his two year old daughter, Rikka. Her black hair put in a ponytail, and blue eyes shining with mirth. She shared her mother and father's kind and friendly personally. Along with her father's passion for baseball and her mother's elegance.
"Hey guys." Nagisa greeted his two friends, "Hey Gin." Nagisa warmly smiled. Gin waved back, partially hiding behind his father. Nagisa turned to Rikka, "How's the batting princess?"
"Super!" Rikka replied giving Nagisa a thumbs up. Nagisa welcomed his guests into his house. He closed the door and headed to the living room.
The three men sat on the couch while their children played in front of them. Nagisa was extra vigilant, as his daughter was the youngest. She was crawling around the living room, While Rikka and Gin followed close behind.
Rikka being the oldest, had a certain sense of responsibility. She still didn't have it all figured out, but from what her mommy told her, it was her job to be kind and helpful. She followed Mizuki as she explored the living room. She also took Gin's hand and lead him around.
Gin loved both his parents. He was more shy around other people though. Still he was naturally curious. When he saw Mizuki crawling around, he couldn't help but wonder why. After all both he and Rikka could walk. So could his mommy and daddy. He wanted to find out why, but was too shy to ask. That's when Rikka grabbed his hand and led him along.
Mizuki was determined to explore her surroundings. She could move now and she would exploit this. The world was grand and it was hers to explore.
"So how's everything Nagisa?" Sugino asked.
"Everything's going well. Mizuki's learning to walk. Akari should be heading back to work soon."
"So we've seen." Karma jabbed, "So have you and Akari found someone to take care of Mizuki, while you two are at work."
"My mother says she'll take care of her for us."
"Your mom, huh?" Sugino commented.
"Yeah, she's pretty good with Mizuki."
"Hey look!" Karma tapped the two of them. Rikka was holding Mizuki's hands and helping her walk. While Gin looked on enthralled mouthing "Come on." The three dads looked on happily. Rikka brought Mizuki to her daddy, Uncle Nagisa. "Hi uncle!" Rikka greeted. Mizuki grabbed her father's legs for balance and he brought her up kissing her cheeks. All while ruffling Rikka's hair. Gin was practically beaming, as he saw Mizuki reach her destination.
The three children were already asleep. Nagisa said goodbye to Sugino and Karma. He headed back to the couch and fell asleep with Mizuki on his chest.
Akari walked in to find the two of them still asleep. She kissed the two of them before changing into her nightgown.
We finally see some more of class 3-E! Hooray! Expect to see more babies, and expect to see more of 3-E in the later chapters. I hope you enjoyed this chapter, and stay tuned for the next chapter!
