Chapter Seven:

Everyone within the vicinity felt the power surge from the tall and regal male as he picked the petite young priestess up and held her closer. His chocolate colored bangs covered half his face as he nuzzled his nose closer to her neck and inhaled her scent; a small flutter evaded his senses signaling that she was still alive. Relief poured over his soul as he slowly lifted his face up, a stone cold mask set in to place.

"Oh no…" One of the lowly creatures shrieked as they watched the king of the undead pull his lips back in to a snarl. His usually emotionless eyes glowing a brilliant red as he lifted an arm up and let a powerful blast of his power surge, eliminating all of them. Cries of pain filtered through the air as the vampires were slowly engulfed by angry orange flames, slowly they burned until finally Kaname clenched his fist and watched with pure, unadulterated malice as they were reduced to nothing but ashes. The field went dead silent as the small group looked up at the tall male with fear and awe evident in all their features. Yuuki fell to her knees in shock while Zero stood there, his gun forgotten as he continued to stare completely letting the anger of not being able to join in recede as thoughts rushed through his mind, Hiten stood far away completely engulfed in his own thoughts before the sound of coughing cut through the tense atmosphere.

"Lord Kaname, the council wishes to speak with you." A tall male with piercing grey eyes stated as he stood a couple feet away from the great lord. His cobalt hair peppered with grey as he stood there in what appeared to be a uniform.

"Kuma, I shall deal with those senile old fools at a later date; send word that I shall be tending to my mate before any thing is to be discussed." He stated clearly before disappearing in to the dark.

"Stubborn young man he is…" The stranger stated as he turned his attention on the bystanders surrounding him.

"He….he….obliterated them…without so much as a sweat." Yuuki was the first to break the silence as she let her weapon fall from her grip and land on the grass below. Zero growled out his frustrations before stuffing his bloody rose back in to the confines of his jacket and looking away.

"His power is great, his control iron, and his capabilities limitless. Lord Kaname is a force to be reckoned with when angered." Kuma ventured with a slight tilt of his lips, his fangs glistening under the moon light. "And it seems as if that little priestess is just as powerful as he, a bit ironic though wouldn't you say? A vampire - a creature so dark; the very spawn of evil is mated to one such as her - a priestess, so innocent and pure; the light to his darkness."

"They aren't mated." Hiten growled out as he balled his hands in to fists at his side. Grey clashed with red as the two stared one another down.

"But the Lord has placed his claim upon the little priestess all the same." His lips curled in to a small smile as anger flashed through Hiten's orbs, after a few seconds a heartfelt chuckled tickled everyone's ears as the aristocratic vampire turned his back on them. "Your heart falls on false hopes son, I suggest you step away before the situation turns dire. Master Kaname is not known to be lenient with people who challenge or question him." With that final word in place the blue haired male jumped in to the air and left just as quickly as he came.

'Your heart falls on false hopes' Yuuki replayed in her mind as she reached a hand up to clench the tightness surrounding her chest. All the love she had saved for the tall and handsome male withered away with every repeating word that played inside her clouded mind. The heavy scent of salt began to waver through the air as the young girl closed her eyes and let the tears flow.

"Yuuki…." Zero whispered as he caught on to her distress. Hiten growled and ran in to the forest leaving the two teenagers to their own demise.

"I was so stupid…" Yuuki stated softly as she picked up her rod and balanced her self on to it, with a not so graceful heave she stood up, knees weak and hopes shattered.

[Three days later]

He tended to her wounds before changing her in to one of his clean button downs, with one graceful swoop he tucked her in to his bed and lay beside her, stroking her long ebony locks and immersing himself in the way her chest heaved up and down. A tiny knock on his door interrupted whatever thoughts he had as he called for the person to come in.

"Lord Kaname, the children wished to see you." Seiren stated with a low bow. He pushed back the urge to sigh as he nodded his approval and beckoned the two children towards him.

"You are free from your duties for the time being Seiren, thank you." The violet eyed vampire nodded and bowed before closing the door soundlessly and leaving the small family.

"Daddy, mommy wakes up?" Reiko questioned hopefully as she climbed in to her father's lap. Akane followed after before both children fixed their eyes upon their mother's sleeping form.

"Mommy…"Akane whispered as his small fingers intertwined with her hair. A soft whimper escaped his throat before small ruby eyes looked up.

"She will be fine, she just needs rest." Kaname stated in hopes of wilting away any seeds of sorrow. Reiko sniffled a little bit before leaning in to her father's body, Akane closed his eyes and mimicked his sisters movements as all three of them watched over the fallen priestess. They stayed there for an hour before a small grumbling made its way up to Kaname's ears.

"Are you both hungry?" He questioned with a knowing smirk. The two glanced at each other with guilty looks on their faces before looking up at their father and nodding their heads timidly. Kaname patted both of them on the head before gathering their tiny frames in to his arms.

"Seiren." He called out before spreading his energy forward and waiting. Seconds later the pale young girl appeared in front of him.

"My lord." She greeted nonchalantly before bowing her head.

"Watch her." Was his simple reply before looking towards the door and chanting a small barrier spell. The children watched in awe as the door began to glow a light black and back to its normal hue as their father carried them off. Seiren watched the regal male disappear down the corridor before positioning her body against the wall and scanning the area for any intruders, when she found none she disappeared in to the darkness and did her master's bidding, carefully blending her small frame within the shadows, awaiting on anything and anyone who dared attack her new found mistress.

"French fries!" Reiko exclaimed excitedly as she sat in her father's lap and looked over the kiddie coloring map she had received from the overly forward waitress. Akane scrunched his small eyebrows up in contemplation before laying the piece of paper down.

"Here!" Reiko called out before handing him their box of crayons. He offered her a lopsided grin before picking out five and beginning his masterpiece. Kaname eyed the two children with a hint of adoration shining in his crimson orbs, Reiko; his sweet little girl was so much like her mother while Akane, his pride and joy was overflowing with his essence. Every fiber of both their beings ignited a fire from within him and each day that inferno grew with the need to protect, to nurture, and to provide. It had taken three years for him to find out about his two children and he'd be damned if anymore years slipped past him. He would be there for them, after all he had an eternity to spend with them, and every second of that long lifetime he vowed to be there every step of the way.

'Every step I shall be there for all three of them, as well as the many off children we shall create.' The thought alone brought a certain hype inside his chest as he thought about Kagome, from her long billowing hair to her compassionate azure eyes, he knew he had made a mistake back then and now that he was given a chance to fix his wrong he would seize the opportunity.

"Are these two your children, Lord Kaname?" A familiar voice questioned causing the person in question to growl out in displeasure. His thoughts we're far to distracting as Kuma took a seat across from him. Reiko and Akane shared a few confused glances before shrugging their small shoulders and continuing on with coloring.

"What business do you have here, explain." Kuma chuckled softly before crossing his arms across his chest.

"Lord Kaname please don't take my presence as anything against you, I simply wanted to discuss certain matters pertaining to that young demon boy hanging around the school." He explained casually before diverting his eyes from Kaname to the town outside. His mood took on a serious tone as an uncharacteristic sigh escaped his pursed lips.

"I honestly do request a moment of your time mi' lord, no ill will is being handed to you of that you may rest assured. There are just certain matters circulating within the council that I believe needs your urgent attention." Kaname took his words in consideration before diverting his gaze towards the small child sitting comfortably in his lap.

"Once my intended has awoken I shall set aside the time to speak with the council." He finally stated.

"Here's your food, enjoy." The waitress called out as she set down two plates filled with French fries and grilled cheese. Kaname nodded his approval before nudging Reiko and beckoning her towards the food, she pouted for a few seconds before setting down her crayons and reaching for a French fry, Akane did the same as his father gave him a certain look.

"They are just so adorable." The waitress gushed as she placed some napkins in the middle of the table. Kuma scrunched his eyebrows momentarily at the heavy scent of arousal surrounding the female.

"Yes, quiet." Kaname replied coolly completely ignoring the girl as she slipped a piece of paper beside him. Akane growled out his disapproval while Reiko narrowed her eyes at the girl.

"Daddy, go back to mommy?" Reiko questioned innocently as she looked up at her father and snuggled in to his chest. Kuma had to hold back the need to giggle as he watched the normally stoic vampire king submit to such a small creature.

'Who would have thought such a tiny creature could capture my lord's frozen heart. Little girl doesn't know just how wrapped around her finger he is.' He thought to himself, amusement evident in his grey orbs as Kaname left a generous amount of money on the table and picked her up.

"Daddy, I cold." She shivered as she wrapped tiny arms around his neck. Akane nodded as he hopped down from his seat and intertwined his fingers with his father's, the child looked like a mini version of the tall male as they stood side by side.

"Hmm, I see I have met the heir to the Kuran throne." He stated playfully before patting the boy's head and standing up.

"Big brother king?" Reiko questioned as she looked in to her father's eyes.

"That is for a later discussion little one." Kaname replied as he led them towards the door, his tall figure loomed ominously over everyone else as he turned to the side.

"During the next blood moon, Kuma," He stated momentarily before walking out of the establishment and blending in with the crowd. A looming feeling of someone watching caused him to keep his senses on high alert as he scanned the area and felt for any strange auras.

"Daddy? I feel weird…" Akane mumbled as he wrapped his tiny arms around Kaname's legs and held on tight. Reiko seemed to look around as her energy levels began to reach higher levels. Kaname growled out his frustrations as he felt the panic rising inside his children.

"Hold on tight." He stated suddenly before grabbing Akane around the waist and hoisting him over his shoulder. With speed only his kind was blessed with he flew back towards the academy. The hour long trip was summarized in to a measly ten minutes as the trio landed safely in front of the moon dorm entrance.

"Lord Kaname." His followers greeted as he walked in, Akane and Reiko holding on tightly as they received many disbelieving and unwanted stares.

"The lady has awakened my lord." Seiren greeted as she opened the door for them.

"Mommy!" Reiko squealed out in delight before running in to Kagome's arms.

"My baby." She replied with equal excitement as she crushed the little girl to her. Akane quickly joined them, tears running down his eyes as he buried his face in to his mother's lap. Kaname stood there and watched over them before dismissing his follower and closing the door.

"Shh, have you eaten?" She questioned them before running nimble fingers through their hair. Reiko nodded as Akane's eyes fluttered open and closed. A smile found its way across her lips as she began to hum their favorite song. Kaname couldn't have imagined a better scene to sit down to as he dropped in to the nearest chair and closed his own tired eyes, the dark circles contrasting with his pale skin tone causing Kagome to frown slightly as she felt just how tired he seemed to be. After a few minutes the soft sounds of even breathing reached her ears as she looked down and kissed the two children.

"Sweet dreams my loves." She whispered softly before situating them on the bed and pulling the silk covers over their bodies. She turned her attention on to the currently slumbering vampire and smiled as she walked over to him and brushed away the hairs currently framing his face. His skin was just as soft and flawless as she remembered, like warm marble.

"Oh Kaname…" She sighed once more as she took one of the blankets and covered him with it, carefully she tried to straighten out the wrinkles only to find her self tucked carefully inside his arms. She made a small 'eep' sound before looking up.

"Kaname Kuran let me go." She hissed under her breath, her cheeks taking on a pretty pink color as his lips curled in to a small smile, seconds passed before he lazily opened one eye.

"No." He answered stubbornly before nuzzling his face closer to her neck and inhaling her scent. Damn he missed this woman.

"Please?" She questioned in a softer tone hoping he would bite. Her efforts were in vain however as he swiftly picked her up and proceeded to the bed. She crossed her arms over her chest and ignored him as he settled her beside the two children.

"Rest, you still haven't regained most of your strength. We shall eat later." He commanded in a gentle tone before slipping beside her.

"Okay." She finally replied as he tucked her head under his arm and held her close; she responded by turning towards and snuggling in to him, a soft rumble vibrated through his chest at her actions before dieing down as he swung an arm around her waist. Long fingers wound through her hair providing comfort as he closed his eyes and let sleep take him in.

[The next day]

Kagome wiped her brow as the final piece to her new classroom was placed. A tired smile crept up on her face as she placed some books on the shelf and backed up to examine her work. Sunlight illuminated through the colorful curtains giving the spacious room a warm feeling.

"Knock knock." A deep voice called out causing her to turn to the side and lift an eyebrow up as Aido made his way inside the room, with a careful thud the door was closed leaving them alone with each other.

"Can I help you?" She questioned calmly before walking towards the instruments and straightening out the different array of music sheets. A shiver ran down her spine seconds later as a cold drift seemed to take over her backside. Lean arms encircled their way around her waist before tipping her head to the side giving completely submission to the eccentric vampire.

"I've missed your taste….you see it seems I have gotten quiet addicted to the sparks of power that burst in my mouth every time I drink your blood." He whispered causing goose flesh to spread all over her arms.

"Well, I think it's time for you to go in to rehab." Kagome replied before grabbing his arm and flipping him over her shoulder, he landed with a hard thud on the floor just as Kagome walked towards the door and opened it. She snickered at the vampire's misfortune before attempting to walk out, shock registered inside her head as she landed in to a hard body and fell backwards. She quickly closed her eyes and prepared for the impact only to open them a minute later.

"Aido." Kaname bit out an edge lacing his normally cool tone as he eyed the nervous male.

"Lo…lo…lord Kaname." Aido replied nervously as he began to fidget with the sleeves of his white blazer.

"You are forbidden to roam during the day without permission. Why is it that you chose to break this rule?" Kagome eyed the two wearily before looking up at Kaname and placing a hand on his shoulder; he tightened his grip around her waist never letting his eyes waver from the brooding blond before him.

"No, its okay Kaname, he just came in here to ask me some questions about the kids." Kagome lied. Kaname's suspicion never wavered as he looked down at the tiny female nestled inside his arms. He could sense the lies within her but decided to save the issue for another time.

"Very well, if that was all you wished to discuss with my intended you may leave." Kaname stated harshly earning a vigorous nod from Aido who threw Kagome a thankful look within a blink of an eye he was gone.

"You didn't have to be so harsh on him." Kagome stated with a sigh.

"Leniency is not something I accustom my followers too." He bit back before tilting her chin up to look at him. "I've missed you."

"I know, I also know that we have too many things to discuss before anything else happens." She replied before attempting to pull away from his tight embrace. A coughing sound reached their ears causing uneasiness to settle within Kagome's chest as she noticed Yuuki standing by the doorway, eyes cast down and body rigid. Kaname let her go immediately and left without another word.

"Come in Yuuki." Kagome called out before sitting down behind her desk she tossed some paper clips inside a drawer before looking up and noticing the look of pain and envy passing through the younger girl's large chocolate orbs.

"I won't dally around the situation any more, I know you have feelings for Kaname, I have noticed on more than one occasion that you care deeply for him." Surprise filled Yuuki's orbs immediately as she shot Kagome a weary glance.

"I…" She started but found the loss sound within her voice as she folded her hands in her lap. A painful memory was resurrected inside Kagome's mind as she relived the moments when she was in Yuuki's same predicament. In love with someone you didn't know loved you. Sympathy and understanding riled up within her as she stood up and walked towards the young girl.

"Though he is said to be my intended his actions around you speak volumes. I know he cares for you a great deal as well as you to him." Her chest hardened with every word she said but her selflessness broke through. "And….I think it's best if you talk to him about the situation…."

"But Kagome-sama I couldn't possibly do that! You two have children together…" Kagome put a finger to her lips in a quiet command of silence before letting her go and shaking her head.

"Two people can create life but love is something that can not be one sided." Yuuki listened attentively while letting her words seep in. "Yes we have children, yes I do love him, but no I shall not risk my family's happiness just to satisfy my own. Go with what your heart tells you Yuuki and don't let me be in the way of those feelings. Kaname is a man of his word, I am sure he shall provide the children generously but as for love, that's something I can say he provides only for you."

Her heart broke at that moment. The jagged pieces gnawing at her insides as she faked a smile towards the now jubilant young girl; Hints of sadness dispersing as she replayed Kagome's words inside her head. The young girl smiled brightly at Kagome before standing up and trapping her inside a fierce hug. The small affectionate gesture did little to placate the growing numbness the priestess felt but it did ease it somewhat as she felt Yuuki's aura brighten tremendously. The young girl bowed low before hopping off, confidence renewed just as Kagome sunk back in to her chair.

'This is for the best.' She thought absent mindedly before letting an idea cross her mind. 'To hell with being grown, I need my momma.' With that thought in place she grabbed her purse and car keys and set off to find her children.

[Somewhere around school]

Zero slumped to the carpeted floor below as the voices raced through his mind once more. Images of Yuuki finally confronting Kaname plagued him as a deep pang of hurt and betrayal resounded through his chest. He knew the young girl had feelings for the god forsaken vampire but he never thought she would act upon it so abruptly. His thoughts wavered to the kiss she tenderly placed on the tall male before the bud of jealousy and anger swept through his being. It grew and grew until finally the bone chilling feeling of numbness claimed his body, icy cold gripped his heart as he took the picture she had given up and let it crumple to the floor.

'Not again.' He told him self as he finally reigned in his emotions. 'No….not again.' He repeated once more as he shrugged out of his blazer and changed in to another set. He would not dwindle on the situation, he couldn't. To save the last shred of sanity he kept within him he would not acknowledge her, he would push her aside just as she deserved. He wasn't good enough for her? Fine, so be it, she could go and parade around with the dumb leech for all he cared. Sayonara and goodbye was all he accustomed to her.

"Zeroooo!" Her voice rang true and sweet as she knocked on his door. He didn't even bother being gentle as he roughly pushed it open and walked out, slamming the door on his way through the door. He never once greeted her with the signature look or the playful ruffle of hair, he simply sent her an icy glare and walked down the corridor, his back turned to her confused face.

"Did I do something wrong?" She questioned innocently before trying her best to fall in to place beside him, it didn't take long for him to quicken his stride as he turned a sharp corner.

"Forget it." Was his only reply as he pinned her with an unbearably frigid stare; Her uneasiness was clear in her body language as she fidgeted with the hem of her skirt never once daring to meet his gaze as he continued on his way.

"Hello there Zero, Yuuki." Kagome greeted with a false smile. Yuuki seemed to perk up at the greeting while Zero remained calm.

"Hey." He replied simply before nodding in her direction, his face softening as the memory of her kindness registered inside his brain.

"Are you going somewhere Kagome-sama?" Yuuki questioned completely bringing him back to the present.

"Hay, only for two days, I need some time away from here." She smiled before bowing her respects and walking towards the parking lot.

"She's so nice don't you think so Zero-kun?" Her question fell on deaf ears as she noticed the silver haired male walk away from her. She didn't know why but for a moment in time she felt completely loss, she felt completely alone as she stood there staring after the boy she harbored certain feelings for.

'But I love Kaname…don't I?' She questioned her self before biting her lips. Her mind became a disorganized bundle as she turned the other way and walked on.

I'll show you a sweet dream...

Next night...

A/N: I'm sorry for the vague chapter and the long update. Another one will be up soon! Thanks for all the wonderful reviews. By the way I didn't have the chance or time to look anything over, I've been super busy with work and college these days so any rereading was out of the question. I'm sorry for the mistakes I may have made.