My Heavenly Demon
'The Guardians' a worldwide clan of humans blessed with holy weapons and magics to maintain the divine balance of good and evil by keeping the demon population down. What happens when a guardian encounters a demon that changes everything? Based in a fantasy era that is a mix of Edo Japan, Renaissance England, and a more modern way of thinking.
Tezuka x Fuji and mentions of Oishi x Kikumaru
AU|Yaoi|Lemon|OOC|Fluff|Bondage|Violence|MPreg|Non-Con|Kidnapping
Chapter Ten
Syusuke set down the water he had been given and ushered his lover back to the chair in front of the fireplace. He could hear the human's heart suddenly hammering in his chest. "It is nothing bad. I promise." he murmured and pushed Tezuka into the chair. He set himself on the inviting lap. "Today I fought when I should not have. I am sure you will not be happy either with this fact."
"Syusuke, what are you talking about?"
"For a few weeks now I have been having severe bouts of nausea and complete sickness. I am sure you have noticed I sleep more..."
Tezuka's heart hammered in his chest hard… He knew where this was going. "You're with child," he said in his usual monotone. Syusuke nodded and his heart stopped. A million things hit him at once. The strangeness of the thought, the fact that it was true, the fact that his demon risked more than just himself during the attacks… He took a moment to sort his thoughts.
"Both Noriko and Seiji believe so. Seiji being a healer knows the symptoms and everything. Noriko has had many kits. I honestly did not want to believe it. They both insisted I tell you after my first few days of being sick and waking Noriko at all hours for assistance with calming my stomach." Syusuke said as he watched Tezuka's face. It was stoic as ever, his eyes however not so much. A million emotions passed by them. He wanted to know what Tezuka thought.
Carefully Tezuka moved Syusuke off of his lap and got up. "You were reckless. You risked not only yourself today, but the babe in you as well," he said, looking at the demon who nodded sadly. "I know you are alright, but the babe as well?" Another nod. With an inward sigh, relief pouring over him, he pulled the demon into his arms, kissing him hard. He wanted to be angry But he couldn't. The number of people saved, one of which was his mother, even if the babe had been lost, he still could not be angry.
Syusuke's heart fluttered, pounding excitedly. He was over the moon he was so happy. "Come," he said, taking Tezuka's hand and leading him to their quarters where the elf and kitsune wait for them. Both looked to him expectantly as he entered. He smiled and directed Tezuka inside, closing the door behind them. "I've told him," he informed and the two cheered.
"I am sorry, young master for keeping this from you. My cherub swore me to absolute secrecy." Noriko said and bowed slightly to her master. Tezuka waved his hand dismissively.
Seiji took the demon's hand and directed him to lie in the bed. "If you'd please, little one. Open your yukata as well." he turned to the human. "There is an elven trick that will allow me to show you exactly what is in his belly. It will not harm either of them, but it will give proof that he is very much with child and give me some idea on growth," he explained and Tezuka nodded. He turned his attention to Syusuke.
Tezuka moved to sit on the bed beside his lover. Noriko leaned over as well, both watching intently as Seiji began to push on Syusuke's stomach. Syusuke simply put his hands above his head and closed his eyes.
"You can feel it already!" Seiji gasped. "Not really surprising as a male's anatomy is not meant for this, and even though born with this ability your body is still formed like a normal male… Your organs are being pushed out of the way making it easier to feel. Amazing. Your belly will probably bloat sooner than a female's belly." he reached over grabbing Tezuka's hand and placed it on the demon's stomach. "Push on his belly," he instructed.
Syusuke opened an eye to watch Tezuka as he pushed on his belly. He smiled as Tezuka's eyes widened in surprise. A rare treat to see something other than a set-in-stone expression. A smile briefly crossed the human's face before disappearing. "...Kunimitsu..." Dark chocolate orbs turned to him. He could hear Tezuka's heart beating so rapidly and so loudly. He smiled. "Are you okay?"
"I'm fine," Tezuka responded, pulling his hand away. He was stunned. He did not know what to think. His emotions were going everywhere and his heart was ready to beat out of his chest. He wondered what he'd tell his parents, the guardians would be angry, and he was sure the demons that were after Syusuke would get twice as violent once they found out. Most of all, he was, they were going to be fathers. Would Syusuke be considered the mother? How would that work? Did it really matter? He... no... they were going to be parents!
"Are you two ready to see it?" Seiji asked. Both demon and human nodded. He set a crystal orb on Syusuke's stomach. "I will recite a spell in elven tongue. When I am finished, the orb will show us what exactly is in your belly." He explained. With that, the elf chanted a short spell and the orb began to glow. Not a second later, a small being appeared in the ball. A tiny human-like fetus with tiny wings. Noriko yipped happily and Syusuke purred. "Amazing." Seiji gaped. "If you were human I'd say you were moving into your third month. How long is gestation for your particular breed of demon?"
"I believe about the same as a human," Syusuke responded, Tezuka head reached up and grabbed one of his hands, pulling it down and held it firmly. "To be honest, I haven't the faintest idea due to being an outcast."
"We will play it by ear then. It will give me a chance to learn and add to my knowledge. I will keep a written journal of your experience and used it as helpful information in the future." Seiji said. He was given a mild acknowledgment. Both the demon and human watching the tiny being. It had no discernible features apart from the wings yet. He could not help but smile at the two. He, himself was a father and remembered his reaction to his first child. The absolute bliss, the adoration felt toward your partner. He could only imagine how Tezuka felt, though he'd been there, Tezuka had a male partner with a gift. Nothing was known. Nothing was certain. There was no one able to offer help or advice as it was all different and new.
The day following the attack and Syusuke's news, Tezuka was called to help with burying the dead townspeople and burn the corpses of demons. Syusuke was summoned to set the pile of corpses on fire, he was then banished to the house. Seiji ordered him to take it easy and was given a diet with herbs and elixirs to help with the babe's development while keeping him healthy and helping his body ready for the eventual birth and child care afterward.
After the bodies were buried or burned, all able-bodied men were called to aid in the rebuilding. Within that first day, they all had managed to clear away a lot of the rubble and salvaged what they could. House staffs of the guardians were called to help keep the men fed and hydrated.
Dressed in an actual kimono of red, gold, and black silk and hair pulled back in a ponytail wrapped completely in black ribbon, Syusuke walked into town. It was nearing sundown, and Tezuka would be finishing shortly and he'd be inviting over his parents to give them the news that they would be having a half demon grandchild. Oishi and Eiji would be coming as well because they could not keep it from their best friend. Catching a glimpse of his lover, Syusuke smiled to himself. "Kunimitsu!" he called and dark chocolate eyes turned to him.
"Syusuke." Tezuka greeted. He was working with a few young males rising a wall. He excused himself and approached his lover. "You were supposed to be home, why are you here?" he asked wiping a dirty hand on his trousers and placing the hand on Syusuke's shoulder, squeezing it gently.
Syusuke hummed. "I have been. I decided that I would like to accompany you home. Have you spoken to your parents?" he asked
"Syuuuuuuuu!" Eiji yelled, running full speed toward the demon, Tezuka pulled Syusuke behind him and caught the neko. "Nyaa… I wanted to hug him!" he said as Tezuka set him on his feet.
The demon chuckled and grabbed the neko, pulling him in for a hug. Eiji nuzzled him, purring softly. He looked at his lover waiting for him to answer the question. Eiji squirmed and broke from the rather intimate hug.
"They will be coming home with us, Shuichiro and Eiji as well," Tezuka answered, pulling Syusuke away from the neko so he could wrap him in a possessive embrace. Ota was lurking and watching and he was not about to allow another scene like the day before especially now that he was aware there was more at risk than just his demon.
"Kunimitsu." Syusuke pushed against the human's chest. He looked at the other guardian staring at them. "There is nothing he can do. And we will be fine," he said and broke away from his human. He loved that Tezuka felt he needed protection and he loved letting himself being protected. He understood that it was going to only get worse now that there was a babe at stake, but still, he did just take a beating and he and the babe were just fine.
Tezuka nodded. He leaned in and pressed a kiss to the top of Syusuke's head. "I am sorry," he whispered and was responded to with a loud purr. "Eiji," The neko looked at him making a funny chirping noise. "Fetch Shuichiro, we'll be leaving soon."
That night the Tezuka family along with Syusuke, Seiji, Oishi, and Eiji sat together in the formal dining room of Tezuka's home. Everyone had cleaned up and was dressed properly. Tezuka's mother dressed in a kimono, his father in a nice yukata, Oishi and Tezuka wore pristine tunics and slacks, Eiji wore hakama and haori, and Seiji dressed in a nice set of robes.
Noriko served a dinner of several roasted types of meat and soup. Wine and cream drinks were served as well. As they ate, Tezuka's parents kept looking between their son and the demon. "Kunimitsu, what is it that you called us to dinner for?" asked his father.
Tezuka looked at his lover, cerulean orbs meeting his. Silently he asking if it was alright to tell them. Syusuke nodded, taking a small bite of roasted pork. He turned his attention back to his parents and set down his chopsticks. He took a moment to think of how he was going to say this. It had been a few months since he told them that he was not only living with the demon, but they were lovers as well. They both were surprised but supportive, which he was relieved about. "Mother and father, I have told you that Syusuke is a special demon. Not only is he a demon with holy abilities, but he has the ability to both sire and carry offspring," he said, noting the big grin on his best friend's face. Oishi always was quick to catch on. His mother squealed, clapping her hands excitedly, waiting for him to say what all but Eiji knew was coming at this point. "Syusuke is with child," he said and his mother jumped up, nearly flying over the table to hug the demon, then him.
Syusuke chuckled, setting down his chopsticks as well. "The babe will be half demon and will be born with wings like.." he gestured over his shoulder. "Mine... Well, the ones I had." he sighed.
"How do you know that it will have wings?" Tezuka's mother asked as she moved back to her seat.
"We have seen it," Tezuka responded.
"Nya…" Eiji blinked. "You are having a kitten?!" he mewled. Syusuke nodded. "Yatta!"
"Seen?" Tezuka's father asked.
Seiji stood. "Elven magics," he said and retrieved the orb that still showed the fetus inside of Syusuke, The orb would continue to show until he made it stop, which he would do after the babe was born. This would allow him to keep an eye on the babe and its development. Of course, if either of the fathers asked him to close the 'window' so to speak, he would. He handed the orb to Tezuka's parents. "It works as a window into Syusuke's womb. Giving me the ability to monitor the babe. A simple spell and will not harm either babe or birthing parent." he said.
Tezuka's mother stared at the little being. "Oh, look at this Kuniharu! How sweet is this?" she asked. Oishi and Eiji moved to look as well without crowding the couple. As they watched the little being, Syusuke hiccuped, causing the fetus to squirm. "So sweet," she repeated and looked at Seiji. "With this, you will be able to know the gender of the child before it is born, right?"
"Yes," Seiji said nodding. He carefully took the orb back, placing it back in the padded bag he carried with him.
"Do you plan on marrying?" Tezuka's father asked, causing Syusuke to choke on the herbal tea he was drinking. He watched as his son jumped to his feet and went to rub and pat the sputtering demon's back all the while being glared at. The young Tezuka had love interests before, but never had he been so tentative and loving. He honestly did not know if his son would ever settle down, and here he was watching his son dote over a pretty demon who clearly was much in love with Tezuka. "My apologies, I had not meant to shock you."
Syusuke waved his hand dismissively. "It is alright." he gasped out. He looked to his lover who nodded at him. He needed to escape for a while. Once Tezuka was back at his seat, he got to his feet. "Excuse me." He said and left the room as quickly as he could. He made his way out to the garden and sat underneath a tree, leaning back against to trunk he closed his eyes.
"Syusuke… come, my angel. Wake up."
With a groan, Syusuke opened his eyes. He lay against Tezuka's chest as he was carried into the house. "Nnn, I'm sorry. I must have dozed," he mumbled and snuggled into his lover. Tezuka said nothing in response, just simply nuzzled against him. "Has everyone left?" a nod. "Your parents must think I am impolite." he sighed.
"It is alright, My mother thought it was quite cute. She said that it is tiring work growing a child and you will need all the rest you can get." Tezuka responded as he stepped into their room. Carefully, he set his lover down. Silently he helped his lover undress, layer after layer were dropped to the floor, leaving him with the creamy white of the demon's nude body. Syusuke smiled at him, not moving from where he stood. How was it possible for one man, a demon no less, harbor so much beauty? His heart skipped a beat before it began to pound out of his chest. He cupped Syusuke's cheek, before slipping his hand to grasp his chin between his forefinger and thumb, pulling him in for a kiss. "I love you, Syusuke," he whispered against the demon's lips.
"I love you too, Kunimitsu," Syusuke responded as he wrapped his arms around the human's neck. Tezuka let go of his chin and his hands slid around his waist, pulling him tight against his body. They kissed fervently, Tezuka urging him toward their bed. Once the back of his legs hit the bed, he slipped his arms from around the human's neck and pressed on his chest. "You need to rest, my darling, you will be rebuilding in the morning. Sleep. I will be here for your enjoyment when you are not in need of rest." he said.
Nodding, Tezuka gave in. The demon was right. He was going to need as much energy as he could. He undressed and climbed into bed, Syusuke climbed in beside him and snuggled into his side. The two drifted off to sleep immediately.
The next day Syusuke accompanied Tezuka into the town. Dressed in an oversized tunic and a pair of trousers, his hair hung over his shoulder in a loose ponytail. He met Eiji at Ritābokkusu, where he had agreed to meet him. They sat together at a small table while drinking tea and eating pastries.
Eiji stared at the demon, who smiled happily as he ate his pastries. "Are you happy?" he asked
"Hm?" Syusuke blinked at the question before it really sank in. "Yeah, very much so," he responded. He really was, his heart had never been so full. The neko frowned as if something was nagging him. "Why do you ask?"
"Last night you choked when Tezuka-san mentioned marriage. You love Ku-chan, right? You are carrying his babe. Don't you want to be with him forever?" Eiji asked.
"Oh." Syusuke smiled. "I do love Kunimitsu, very much so. I do want to be with him forever. But 'forever' is relative for me. I age very slowly, and I will live to see things long after you, Shuichiro, and Kunimitsu are gone. I would love to marry Kunimitsu, and should he want to make me his husband, I will gladly agree..." he explained. "I was shocked by the question, that is why I choked. I had not expected it. That is all. We had only just found out about the babe, so it was unexpected."
Eiji squeaked happily. "Nya! Shuichiro thought that you may not want to marry him. I didn't believe that at all." he said
"If Kunimitsu wants it. I will do it." Syusuke informed. He really would do anything for the human, no matter the cost. Perhaps he was just a fool, but as long as it was Tezuka, it was okay.
The neko hummed. "Would you die for him?"
"Happily."
"Would you kill for him?"
"Without remorse."
"Would you cut your hair for him?"
Syusuke chuckled. "You have strange questions," he informed. "Though, yes, I would. Though it would grow back very quickly."
Eiji looked passed him and then looked back. His face had drained of all color. "Would you give yourself over to rogue guardians? Nya..."
Confused, Syusuke turned to see Ota with Tezuka, a sword held against Tezuka's throat. Growling, he shot to his feet, grabbing tenshinosasayaki by the hilt. "What are you doing with him?" he growled.
Ota sneered at the demon, pressing the blade further into the human's throat. "You will hand the neko your katana and willingly come with me. He gestured to his goons by the door, once they have you I will let go of him. Should you put up a fight at any point, I will kill him where he stands. Should you fight me after I let him go, I will not only kill him, but also his parent, your neko friend, and that doting kitsune as well. Should they interfere, I will kill you."
Syusuke looked to his lover who was silently pleading him not to give in. His eyes always betrayed his stoic expression. "I am sorry, Kunimitsu..." he said and removed tenshinosasayaki from his hip and handed it to his friend. He slipped past his human and the other guardian. "I'm sorry," he whispered again as he passed. He stepped into the grasp of the goons who took hold of him tightly. He watched as Ota shoved Tezuka to the ground and began backing toward the door. The goons quickly bound him, by his ankles and wrists, hefting him over a large and muscular ogre shoulder. He looked once more to his lover, who stood there staring, his usual stoic expression contorted with anger and hurt. The expression on his lover's face made his heart feel as if it were actually breaking but he had to protect his human.
A/N: Eep! Don't hate me! I promise they will have a time of peace. Just not yet. ADVANCED WARNING: Next couple of chapters will be heartwrenching. Bring tissues! Sorry! As usual. Let me know your thoughts!