Chapter 4
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First Month
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"Well it's about time. Here I am, almost dead, with no grandchildren to spoil." Sesshoumaru's mother, the Lady of the house, sighed heavily. "I was starting to think my son was incompetent."
The couple kneeled across from the female dia-yokia at a small square table. The room was very open and decorated in a very vintage style. It seemed she favored the Feudal Era fashion over anything. Kagome had slightly been dreading the visit. Every time she saw his mother, it was always a...unique experience.
Think positive, she coached herself.
"I'm glad our child could bring such happiness," Kagome responded. "I hope Sesshoumaru's father will be just as happy when we tell him."
"You plan do depart tommrow morning?"
"That is correct." Sesshoumaru focused on his mother, brushing off the previous insult.
The Lady of House tapped a finger against her crossed arms. "It's decided. I will hold a celebration in your honor." She gestured toward Sesshoumaru. "Of course your father will attend."
"That is not necessary," her son replied coldly.
Kagome cleared her throat at Sesshoumaru and smiled kindly at her mother-in-law. "We really appreciate the offer. But we can't make you go to such trouble on such short notice."
"It is absolutely necessary. Do you not find your first child's conception to be something to celebrate?"
They visited her family they got hugs and some blessings. They visited his mother they received a guilt trip party and criticism on their parenting for their still unborn child. Yeah, unique was a nice way of describing these visits.
"Considering your eccentric nature this could only end poorly. You know as well as I what could happen while she is in this state." The two stared down each other.
Was Kagome missing something here? Was he just worried about her?
This must be what Ayame mentioned, she thought and tried to stop herself from smiling.
"Ah, so you haven't explained. What a miserable husband you are." She gave a shrill chuckle.
With the growing tension, Kagome placed a hand on Sesshoumaru's arm. "It's ok. A party might be fun. We'll also be able to go home to Rin earlier if your father meets us here."
There was silence as they waited for Sesshouamru's response.
"If you or father try to interfere, termination of your rights to your grandchild and future ones will be eminent."
Kagome's eyes widened. The statement made her very excited. The mention of Sesshoumaru thinking about more children kept her mind occupied.
"How you doubt your parents. Then you can stay the night and the party will be hosted tomorrow evening." She raised her hand into the air and snapped twice. "Aiko will show you to your room."
An older female demoness appeared.
The couple said good night to the Lady of the House and proceeded to follow Aiko to their room. Their luggage already brought in by some other care taker's.
Kagome took Sesshoumaru's hand as they walked down the hallway. "More children huh? What if I'm one of those women who have terrible mood swings and make their husbands go out and buy weird food for their cravings?"
"As long as you are taken care of and in good health, the other details do not matter. I will re-live the experience over and over to see our pack grow." He brought their clasped hand to his lips. "Our family."
"Our family," she agreed and leaned her head against his shoulder.
As it was becoming a habit of hers, she laid a hand on her still flat stomache.
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A/N: Woo! Party time!