Chapter 54
Months go by, and the babies are now going on one. Yuki and Zero have learned to mix parenthood and romance together. Never having that problem, they had before again. Zero loves the twins. They are both very close to him, Ren especially. She follows him where ever he goes. Always wanting Daddies attention, which Zero gladly gives her. He does notice that her Aura is quite strong for being only half a pureblood. He can tell this kid is going to be strong when she grows up. He isn't sure if its because she took more of Yuki's side or if its a mixture of them both. He sees that Ichiru is strong but his sister is stronger. He just hopes that has nothing to do with the twin curse. That still haunts him and always will. He worries that one twin will also do better, be stronger and Live Longer. Making the other feel less. It's just something he doesn't want. He longs for them both to be equals, trying to make up for everything with his own brother. Seeing his son just brings back more memories of his brother. This boy looks just like Zero. There was no denying it was his son.
Yuki knows the truth, she knew it right from the start. Still not able to understand how this happened. Just keeping it from Zero the best she could. Knowing at the moment, he wouldn't be able to handle it. Their marriage was peaceful, loving and everything they both ever wanted. She didn't want to lose that or hurt it. She knew in time the truth would have to be revealed. When Ren would reach a certain age, there wouldn't be able to hide things anymore. Just, for now, it was better kept hidden. For many reasons even without trying to keep Zero's heart safe.
Work for Zero is wonderful, he is the president of the association. Zero still wonders if all this is just a dream or reality at times. Having everything he wants at once. The only thing they don't really have is their freedom. They are still hiding, from everyone. No one knowing that Zero is married or has children. They don't want it to get back to Kaname. They knew that would look odd. Most of all not wanting Kaname to look deeper into it.
Today is a happy day, it's the twins first birthday. Yuki decorated the house and got them a cake. They really can't throw a birthday party as they don't have many friends. So Yuki is throwing a dinner, inviting Kaito over. He has gotten very close to the twins as well. They call him Uncle Kaito. Its the only family they have here. Kaito is always there for them no matter what, even with his sarcastic remarks. He always makes sure they are ok and have everything they need. Enjoying them being together, He just wishes it was under better circumstances.
Yuki is in the kitchen getting dinner ready and Zero is on the sofa with the twins watching tv. The doorbells rings and its Kaito.
"Hey man, Thanks for inviting me to dinner," Kaito says. "Really? You're almost here every night for dinner anyway. It really wasn't a big deal." Zero says. "I know but today is the twins birthday. It's special." Kaito states. "Yes, you were here for there birth as well. It only made sense to have you here today as well." Zero answers. "Thank you. It means a lot. I got the kids, rideable cars. I thought while Yuki is in the garden doing her flowers, they could ride around in their cars." Kaito comments. "That sounds great. I am sure they will love them." Zero responds. "Uncle Kaito has to keep his cool, image. You lame-o's give regular gifts. I give them cars." Kaito laughs. "Lame o's huh?" Zero chuckles. "Yep."
Both men sit on the sofa watching tv, as Yuki sets the table. When she is done, Kaito grabs Ren and Zero grabs Ichiru and brings them to the dining room table for dinner. They all sit down and eat. Talking about there day and even going over the twins birth. When dinner is over, Yuki comes out, with three cakes that she has made. One for each child, then one cake for the adults. The all sing happy birthday, taking pictures and enjoying the evening. The twins digging into there cakes getting it all over them and everything else. Yuki and Zero just smiling not caring about any of it. Just that they have these two perfect children.
Its a night to remember. One neither of them will ever forget. Neither of them even able to believe that one year has gone by. It goes so fast, it was better then either of them expected.
The only regret Yuki has is leaving Ai. Times like this make her remember her other child. Missing her. Just keeping it to herself. Just hoping that the child is ok. Its what keeps her going.