Lupine

Disclaimer: I do not own Haikyuu!.

Warnings: Hurt/Comfort, Drama

Pairings: Hinata x Bokuto, Bokuto x Akaashi, Akaashi x Kuroo, Hinata x Kozume, Hinata x Miya Atsumu, Hinata x Miya Osamu, Hinata x Miya Atsumu x Miya Osamu, Haiba x Yaku, Kozume x Kuroo, Kuroo x Tsukishima, Kuroo x Bokuto, Kuroo x Akaashi x Bokuto, Sugawara x Sawamura, Iwaizumi x Oikawa, Sugawara x Sawamura x Iwaizumi x Oikawa, Oikawa x Hinata, Shimizu x Atsumu, Shimizu x Osamu, Atsumu x Shimizu x Osamu, Kageyama x Atsumu, Kageyama x Osamu, Kageyama x Atsumu x Osamu, Atsumu x Kageyama x Shimizu x Osamu, Kageyama x Shimizu, Kageyama x OC, Bokuto x Kuroo x OC, Hinata x Kozume x OC, Atsumu x Osamu x OC, Hinata x Akaashi, Hinata x Kuroo, Hinata x Bokuto x Kuroo x Akaashi

Plot: The twins return to the city. The packmates spend time with their pups at the park.

Alpha/Beta/Omega Dynamics


Ch 29: Anesthesia

Atsumu growled teasingly while tugging Osamu into his lap, kissing at his throat and smoothing his hands up under his shirt slowly. Osamu groaned appreciatively, pressing into Atsumu's hands as the golden Alpha ascended, kneading against his sore muscles while nipping at his pulse.

"Fuck, Atsu…" Osamu murmured, already breathless as Atsumu worked out the tension knotted along his shoulders and spine, groaning and wrapping his arms around his twin's neck, tugging at his hair to draw Atsumu's eyes up to meet his own.

Atsumu grinned wolfishly, flashing his fangs and arching up for a kiss, Osamu sighing and dipping down to meet him, rolling his hips down invitingly, Atsumu moaning against his brother's mouth.

"You want me?" Osamu asked, Atsumu nodding and tugging him down against him, reconnecting their lips again, Osamu tangling his fingers in Atsumu's tawny hair and tugging roughly. The Alphas tumbled to the side, battling for dominance for a moment before Osamu was pinned against the sheets, panting softly.

It was always like this, Osamu fighting for dominance and Atsumu ultimately winning, but the silver Alpha didn't mind. He switched regularly with his partners, whereas Atsumu rarely submitted to anyone. He'd only done so with Osamu a handful of times before in their entire lives. Osamu on the other hand enjoyed receiving just as much as he enjoyed giving pleasure to his partners. It made them a perfect match.

"Atsu~" Osamu whined softly, coaxing his brother into action, lifting his hips to help Atsumu tug off his jeans, licking his lips at the hunger reflected in those bronze irises he knew so well. "You're going into rut early aren't you? You're so riled up-"

Atsumu growled and bit down against the inner curve of Osamu's thigh, the silver Alpha yipping and curling his fingers against the sheets, panting unevenly and closing his eyes, ready for Atsumu to thoroughly take him apart. They'd been busy for the past several weeks, making preparations with the contractors and finalizing blueprints, but now that they were back home in the city they were eager to satiate one another. Especially after finding their roommates were absent, and subsequently having the apartment all to themselves.

They weren't certain how long Hinata and his bondmates would be out, but they planned on making every moment count while they could, entwined together in ecstasy without any interruptions.

They also had plans to spend time with Shimizu and Kageyama later that night, and both Alphas needed to work out some tension beforehand. There was a lot to discuss.

"Fuck!" Osamu gasped, gripping Atsumu's hair and tugging eagerly, arching his back and whining loudly as Atsumu took him into the back of his throat. "Ah fuck, Atsu! Yes!"

Atsumu growled at Osamu's tightening grip in his hair, snorting softly and continuing his fervent ministrations, sucking greedily at his brother's cock and laving his tongue along the underside to trace over his quickened pulse. Osamu couldn't help himself, canting up his hips in a needy rhythm, effectively fucking Atsumu's throat, the tawny Alpha breathing heavily through his nose and allowing Osamu to do as he liked. He pulled back only when he felt Osamu's legs start trembling, the silver Alpha whining and pouting as he peeked down at the Alpha crouched between his legs, Atsumu chuckling at his twin's irritated pout.

"I want you to cum with me inside you." Atsumu purred, licking his lips while ascending Osamu's body, kissing him gently for a few moments before descending once more, a small bottle of lube from the nightstand in his hand.

Osamu let out a soft huff but relaxed beneath Atsumu's touch, shivering at the sensation of slicked fingers pressing between his cheeks and circling his tight pucker, waiting a few long moments before pushing past his sphincter to slide further inside. Atsumu watched Osamu's face the entire time he stretched him, pressing deeper with that first finger and giving a few lazy thrusts before adding a second, hooking them gently and thrusting shallowly before pressing deeper again.

Osamu responded to him almost instantly, gasping and crying out while arching his back into a pretty bow, his cock twitching and dripping precum, his toes curling against the messy sheets.

"Atsu-" He gasped and arched again, a high whine trapped in the back of his throat as he barked out quickly, "Fuck me! Fuck me, Atsu! Please~"

"Yeah?" Atsumu breathed, panting softly and licking his lips, watching Osamu's face twisting with pleasure.

The silver Alpha nodded quickly, precum trailing languidly down his bobbing cock as he bit his lip and rocked against his brother's fingers, coaxing them deeper. "Yes, yes please! Please I want you so much-"

"Fuck." Atsumu whispered heatedly, squeezing more lube onto his hand as he shifted into place, slicking his cock roughly and giving himself a few slow pumps before lining himself up where he needed to be to start pressing inside.

They locked eyes, Osamu whining softly as Atsumu pressed in achingly slow, every inch exquisite agony until he was seated fully inside, Osamu moaning and rocking down against the rise of his already engorged knot.

"You want it?" Atsumu asked, building a slow tempo between them, giving Osamu time to adjust before starting to buck into him with a little more force.

Osamu was panting heavily, watching Atsumu with half-lidded eyes, biting his lip and letting out another hitched moan while reaching up to smooth his palms over his brother's chest. Atsumu never pushed him beyond what he wanted in the moment, leaving it up to Osamu to decide whether or not he wanted to take his twin's knot. He took his time, stoking the fire he had ignited between them, leaning down to capture Osamu's lips over and over again, a growl building in the back of his throat as their pace increased to harsh slaps.

Osamu was lost in the moment, tossing his head back and clinging to Atsumu's shoulders while letting out choked cries, clenching down tightly around his brother's cock and rocking in time to meet each thrust, Atsumu's knot pressing in just enough to tease before popping out again. He licked his lips, closing his eyes and trying to collect his thoughts long enough to make a coherent decision, gasping and offering his neck while his fingernails left red marks across Atsumu's skin, "Y-Yeah, yeah give it to me! Give it to me, I want it!"

Osamu crooned deeply, burying his face against Osamu's throat and lapping at his pulse, pressing his fangs in and growling as Osamu's breath hitched, and with a grunt and a hard thrust Atsumu's knot popped inside.

"Oh fuck!" Osamu cried, digging his heels into the mattress and arching his back, his entire body fighting against the sudden intrusion, Atsumu growling a bit deeper and pressing his twin back down against the bed.

"Good boy, Osu. You're being such a good boy for me-"

Osamu gasped and yelped as Atsumu's knot tugged with each thrust, the heat between them building quickly until Atsumu suddenly spilt, the golden Alpha biting down on Osamu's shoulder and releasing in hot bursts, growling loudly as he rode out the heights of his orgasm. Osamu hissed and clenched his eyes shut, tears gathering in his lashes as Atsumu's jaw tightened and his fangs pierced just deep enough to draw blood. Not a bondmark, but a mating bite.

They'd marked one another similarly countless times since they were first intimate together, years before. Luckily their naturally accelerated healing traits as Alphas meant the marks they left behind on one another's bodies wouldn't last for very long, usually healing within the next day or so after. It gave them allowance to be rough with one another when the mood struck, especially during times like this.

"Atsu-" Osamu choked, gritting his teeth and trying to breathe through the pain, his twin gradually responding as he returned to himself, lapping against the bloody pinpricks he'd left behind apologetically and pulling back just enough to meet his brother's eyes.

"Shit Osu, I'm sorry-"

"It's okay, it's okay-" Osamu breathed, exhaling a ragged rush of air, his tone strained and frustrated as he nuzzled Atsumu's jaw. "I need to cum. I need to cum, please? Make me cum."

Atsumu chuckled softly, the sound twisting into low growls and sensual purrs. "Don't worry, sweetheart. I'm gonna make you cum. Hold on to me."

Atsumu shifted their positions, rolling onto his side carefully and then onto his back, Osamu sighing in relief and pushing himself up into a sitting position, smoothing his palms over Atsumu's strong heartbeat before starting to bounce on his brother's cock. Like this, Osamu was in control and able to pleasure himself as he liked, Atsumu simply holding his hips for support and laying back to enjoy the ride.

He came after a few well-aimed jabs against his prostate, the silver Alpha crying out excitedly and arching his back, Atsumu hissing and grunting softly at the sensation of Osamu clenching down tightly around his knot, his nails biting into his chest sharply. Osamu's whole body was trembling as he whined and bit his lip, rolling his hips down against Atsumu's cock and letting out a heavy, contented sigh, sweat trickling down the curve of his neck, Atsumu watching the blood pooling there from the mark he'd left behind.

He tugged Osamu down to him, licking away the blood in slow, lazy laps, Osamu shivering pleasantly and making soft sounds as he rocked against Atsumu's knot, smearing his cum between them. They weren't locked for long, Atsumu slipping free with help from the lube coating their sweaty skin, Osamu huffing quietly as he collapsed against his brother's side, pawing at his arm tiredly.

"You're bleeding too." He murmured softly, tracing his fingers along the scratches he'd left behind, perking his ears up as Atsumu leaned closer to kiss between his ears. "Shower?"

"Not yet. I'm not done." Atsumu crooned teasingly, Osamu laughing softly as his twin shifted on top of him again, grinding against his thigh, kissing at his shoulder lightly.

Osamu let out a soft huff, but he was smiling all the while, allowing Atsumu to coax him back into arousal once more, his body gradually responding in kind as brother locked his fingers around his growing knot.

"Atsu…" Osamu whispered, tilting his face up for slow kisses, his brother humming softly in reply. He took his time, licking at Osamu's fangs and teasing the roof of his mouth before giving him another slow, deep kiss.

"You're so fucking beautiful." Atsumu whispered gently, lifting one of Osamu's legs and guiding himself into position, pressing in slowly and drinking in his twin's gasps. "I love watching you ride me. The way your face starts to twist as you're fighting not to cum, then the release once you finally crest-"

"Fuck-" Osamu breathed, inhaling sharply and clinging to Atsumu's shoulders, smearing traces of blood across his skin from the scratches he'd left before. "There! Right there-"

"Yeah baby? Right there?" Atsumu purred teasing, rolling his hips slowly and thrusting in to the hilt each time, Osamu clenching needily around him. He watched his brother's expressions, the light reflected in his storm-grey eyes, and he shifted his grip to hook both of Osamu's legs over his shoulders, leaning closer to kiss him while continuing to trust deep and slow.

Osamu gasped into his mouth, his heart fluttering wildly as his twin doted on him, dragging his cockhead over his prostate again and again, Osamu's toes curling against the air. His cock was weeping, his knot aching as precum dribbled against his stomach, and as Atsumu thrust in slowly once again he cried out against his brother's tongue and climaxed violently, his body clamping down around Atsumu's cock painfully tight.

Even without being locked, the sensation of Osamu cumming around him sent Atsumu over the edge, both Alphas moaning while kissing roughly, sharing breath as they rode out their respective orgasms. Atsumu's rough growls faded to purrs, the golden Alpha slotting their fingers together and squeezing Osamu's hand tightly, still rolling his hips in languid, deep thrusts.

Osamu whined softly, tangling his fingers in Atsumu's hair and clinging to his hand, his cock continuously releasing copious amounts of cum. His knot throbbed defiantly despite his release, aching to be touched, the silver Alpha squirming and pressing against his brother desperately, panting and begging breathlessly for more. Atsumu chuckled softly, shifting their positions so they were laying side by side, still sharing kisses as he wrapped his fingers around Osamu's knot and clenched gently, locking his fingers around his swollen knot and tugging rhythmically to begin coaxing out his spurs.

Osamu gasped and nodded desperately, begging and offering his twin sloppy kisses, bucking against his hand and tensing all over as his cock began to spurt. The pent-up tension inside of him gradually began to lessen as his spurs and cum spilled over Atsumu's hand, the silver Alpha grunting appreciatively and licking against his brother's tongue, his face entirely flushed.

Atsumu purred deeply, grinding against Osamu and sighing pleasantly as his brother continued clenching around him, cum smeared between them and dripping down their thighs, the messy sheets beneath them already soaked. They lay together quietly for a while, sharing kisses and relaxing together before slowly parting. Atsumu got up first, stretching his arms high above his head and sighing deeply before glancing down at his twin and nodding towards the door. "Shower time?"

Osamu groaned quietly at the thought of moving, hiding his face against a pillow while mumbling, "Carry me. I'm too tired."

Atsumu grinned impishly, chuckling and stepping closer to his twin's side, leaning down to kiss his shoulder before growling teasingly against his ear, "Pampered little princess, aren't we? Make me cum. Carry me." He sighed while scooping Osamu up into his arms, the silver Alpha grinning and giggling as he tucked his face against Atsumu's neck. "Spoiled brat."

"Shut up." He huffed quietly, kissing at his brother's pulse and sharing his scent, sighing happily as he was carried to the bathroom, Atsumu pausing briefly to close the door behind them before allowing Osamu to his feet. He leaned past the curtain to turn on the tap, wincing at the sting his movements caused, Osamu crooning softly and touching his back lightly, marveling at the marks he'd left behind.

Atsumu shivered beneath his touch, twisting to look back at the damage as well, leaning closer to the bathroom mirror while letting out a low whistle. "Damn, Osu."

"Me! What about this?" He scoffed, pointing to the mark on his neck with a pout, his cheeks dusted with pink. "How do I explain this if Kiyoko asks?"

Atsumu grinned and chuckled heartily, catching Osamu's waist and tugging him closer, nuzzling him and nipping at his jaw while replying affectionately, "Secret's out now, silly pup. No reason to hide it from them anymore."

Osamu blushed a bit brighter at that, humming thoughtfully while turning towards the shower, stepping past the curtain while asking, "So we're open to it then? Playing with them together?"

"I can't find any reason not to." Atsumu nodded, pulling back the curtain slightly to step in after him. "Why shouldn't we? You like them both just as much as I do, right?"

"Yeah." Osamu sighed softly, closing his eyes and dunking his head under the warm spray. Atsumu watched him with a knowing smile, stepping closer to press against his twin's back and kiss across his shoulders, mouthing gently at the curve of his nape.

"Does it get you excited? Thinking about it?" Atsumu whispered, reaching around and wrapping his fingers around Osamu's cock, starting to stroke him lightly. "Does it turn you on, thinking about sharing your pretty girlfriend with me? Fucking her while her brother watches?"

Osamu groaned and braced himself against the wall, panting quietly while breathing in the steamy air, grinding his ass back against Atsumu's cock, the golden Alpha grinning and prodding between his cheeks, rocking forward to slip inside.

"We could fuck them both, side by side. Can you imagine watching them squirm beneath us?" Atsumu grinned against his twin's ear, chuckling breathlessly while starting a quick, sharp rhythm between them. "Imagine them submitting to us, begging for our knots…"

"Mmh fuck yes~" Osamu moaned heatedly, pushing back to meet each of Atsumu's thrusts, arching his back and pressing his cheek against the tiled wall. He pinched his brow as Atsumu found his prostate, keening needily while moaning out, "They'll be so pretty beneath us~ They'll look so good together~"

"I can't wait-" Atsumu whispered breathlessly, his gravelly tone sending shivers down Osamu's spine. "I can't wait to breed them. I can't wait to make them ours-"

Osamu gasped as his footing slipped, Atsumu catching him easily and pressing him against the wall, holding his shoulder and hip and bucking into him in harsh slaps, Osamu unable to hold back his voice as Atsumu fucked him to completion roughly. He screamed as he climaxed, his voice ringing off the shower walls as his cock released in hot spurts against the tile, Atsumu growling and nipping at his nape while chasing his own release, cumming inside just after.

They stayed as they were, Atsumu panting shakily and holding Osamu pinned against the wall, the silver Alpha whining and curling his fingers against the tile, his legs trembling as he tried to remain arched. "Atsu-"

"Just bear with it a little longer." Atsumu groaned out heatedly, canting his hips forward in slow little rolls, moaning out appreciatively as his spurs released, his cock slipping free and his cum dripping thickly down Osamu's thighs to swirl down the drain.

"Fuck I'm going to be sore tomorrow." Osamu complained with a quiet huff, Atsumu releasing him carefully before turning his twin to face him, kissing his lips and nose apologetically.

"Forgive me?" He whispered gently, kneading along his hips and lower back soothingly. "I promise I'll make it up to you. I'll give you a nice massage, however long you'd like."

Osamu hummed, perking his ears up and wrapping his arms around his brother's shoulders, grinning teasingly as he said, "Just remember this the next time I say I want to top."

Atsumu groaned quietly, resting his forehead against Osamu's shoulder, the silver Alpha chuckling teasingly while nuzzling his twin's cheek. He sighed happily, carding his fingers through Atsumu's damp hair and kissing at his light blush, purring softly beneath the sound of the warm water raining down from overhead.

He couldn't wait to share intimacy like this with Shimizu and Kageyama. The four of them together seemed almost the perfect match.

-x-x-x-

Bokuto purred softly, kissing over Hinata's rounded stomach with utmost care, perking his ears up at the sensation of movement just beneath the omega's sun-kissed skin. Hinata sighed sleepily, stretching out against the large blanket laying atop the plush grass, perking his ears towards the playground nearby with a lazy smile.

Kozume was there, speaking with Shimizu quietly while they watched over Artemis on the swing-set, Sugawara and Iwaizumi taking turns coaxing Rue down the slide nearby while Sawamura stood with her at the top, waiting for her to decide when to slide down. She was watching her dame and sire with wide eyes, her ears ducking back then perking up again, a soft whine sounding from her as she looked up at Sawamura hesitantly.

"It's alright." Sawamura encouraged gently, rubbing her back soothingly and crooning soft and low. "It's not that high sweetheart. You can do it. Mama and Dada are right there to catch you."

"Appa." She said softly, turning and clinging to Sawamura's shirt, the Alpha chuckling while picking her up and carefully sitting down, scooting forward to slide down with her in his lap instead.

Sugawara and Iwaizumi cheered enthusiastically as they reached the bottom of the slide, Rue reaching out for Sugawara and clinging to his shirt, the omega laughing and peppering kisses between his daughter's ears.

"What a brave girl you are!" Sugawara purred happily, Iwaizumi grinning and offering her one of his hands to hold, Rue resting her cheek against her dame's heartbeat and clinging to her father's fingers with a little smile.

"Appa." She said softly, lifting her head and reaching out for Sawamura again, the Alpha chuckling and stepping closer to pet her back soothingly, meeting eyes with Iwaizumi and nodding towards the slide.

"Dada's turn?" He asked, Iwaizumi humming and taking his daughter in his arms before stepping forward to climb up the jungle gym. He took his time, pausing here and there to let Rue explore before eventually reaching the top of the slide, Sugawara and Sawamura taking their places at the bottom of the slide and beckoning their daughter down to them with open arms.

"Slide to us Ruethie! You can do it!" Sugawara cheered, his face flushed with a happy blush. "Come on sweetie! Come to me!"

"You can do it, sweetheart." Sawamura crooned softly, holding out his hands and gesturing for her to step forward. "You're such a good girl. Do you want Dada to go down the slide with you like Appa did?"

"Dada!" She said excitedly, pointing towards Sugawara and Sawamura while looking up at her father expectantly.

Iwaizumi grinned and sighed aloud as he sat down at the top of the slide, waiting for Rue to settle down atop his lap before pushing forward, holding her close as they made their descent. Once again, as they reached the bottom Sugawara and Sawamura both cheered, Rue perking her ears up and watching them with a happy smile, giggling and reaching out for Sawamura again.

"Appa! Appa!"

"Alright, alright." Sawamura chuckled, nosing between her ears and carrying her to the top again, Iwaizumi and Sugawara standing back to watch them both, Sugawara letting out a daydreamy sigh.

"I love you both so much." He whispered to Iwaizumi fondly. "She's having such a good time playing with you. I'm sorry I'm not helping much."

"Don't be." Iwaizumi said gently, reaching over and taking Sugawara's hand, squeezing his fingers lightly. "Keiji told us there would be side effects to the fertility injections. I'm just happy you're able to keep food down so far." He shifted to wrap his arms around Sugawara's waist, nosing against his ear and murmuring softly, "You were underweight during your first pregnancy. Now that we know what to expect, hopefully this time around things won't be so hard on your body."

"I hope it works." Sugawara breathed shakily, leaning against Iwaizumi's side. "I want to have another baby. I want another one so badly."

Iwaizumi crooned soothingly, kissing Sugawara's cheek and whispering, "You will, Koushi. You will. Just be patient, and believe. Everything will turn out alright."

They shifted a little closer to the slide as Sawamura got into position, the Alpha holding Rue against his chest for a long pause while glancing past them, reaching up to shield his eyes from the sun. "Is that Tetsurou and Keiji?"

Sugawara and Iwaizumi turned to follow his line of sight, glancing towards the winding path leading from the parking lot to the playground, Kozume stepping away from Shimizu's side to meet them as they approached. They stood together for a moment before Kuroo let out an excited cheer and Kozume hugged Akaashi, Bokuto and Hinata getting up from their blanket and starting to walk closer as well, the packmates exchanging happy laughter and congratulations.

Sugawara knew what it was even before hearing the news, a tender smile turning up his lips.

Akaashi was pregnant with their second baby. Kuroo was ecstatic.

It was different this time for Sugawara, actively trying to get pregnant and struggling to conceive. His first pregnancy had been so unexpected, he never imagined he would have difficulty doing so again.

He hugged Akaashi gently as the other omega came to stand by his side, watching Rue playing with Sawamura on the slide with an affectionate smile. "She's getting so big! Such a darling little girl."

"Congratulations, Keiji." Iwaizumi smiled, letting out a quiet sigh, catching Sugawara's eyes before turning towards his daughter as she called for him excitedly. Iwaizumi waited dutifully for her to descend with Sawamura, the adults surrounding her clapping happily as Rue giggled brightly and reached out for Akaashi, the dark omega picking her up with a soft croon.

"Hello my sweet angel!" Akaashi greeted cheerily in a sing-songy tone. "How are you today? Are you having lots of fun?"

The little omega perked her ears towards Akaashi's voice, watching him with a happy smile before glancing around, peeking over Akaashi's shoulder towards Kuroo curiously. "Ska?" She asked, frowning a little when she realized her playmate was nowhere in sight.

Akaashi laughed softly, turning and walking with Rue towards their group of friends, her parents following dutifully after, hand in hand. As they approached Rue spotted her friend, perking her ears up and reaching for Hinata, the omega grinning and stepping closer to her, Skye twisting to watch Rue's approach.

"Roo!" Skye giggled happily, the babies reaching out to one another while sharing laughter and squirming to get closer, Akaashi carefully shifting Rue to one side so he could gather his son into his arms as well. Hinata watched with a happy smile, turning to watch Bokuto and Kuroo as the Alphas chuckled together and looked through Akaashi's ultrasound photos one by one, fawning over the black and white images excitedly.

Kozume stepped closer to Hinata's side, smoothing his palm against the curve of his mate's spine while meeting eyes with Akaashi. "Congratulations, Keiji. We're very happy for you both."

"It's so exciting!" Hinata beamed, reaching out and teasing his fingertips against Rue and Skye's sides, the babies giggling and batting at his hands playfully. "You two are going to have some new playmates very soon!"

Sugawara watched with a soft, sad little smile, Hinata perking his ears up and catching the pale omega's eyes, his smile fading a bit. He stepped closer to Sugawara, taking his hand and leaning closer to nuzzle his cheek, purring softly and squeezing his fingers while asking, "How are you feeling today? Would you like to come lay down with me and enjoy the sun for a while?" He smiled invitingly, gently tugging Sugawara along with him as he stepped back across the grass towards the blanket where he and Bokuto had been resting before, saying cheerily while looking up at the sky, "It's so nice out today! A perfect little break of sunshine after all the rain we've had this past week!"

Sugawara glanced back at his partners with a little smile before returning his attention to Hinata, allowing the younger omega to direct him as he liked. Hinata paused to slip out of his sandals before settling down on the blanket once more, looking up at Sugawara expectantly while holding out his hands, Sugawara letting out a soft breath of laughter before slipping off his shoes as well and joining him.

Hinata purred happily while cuddling up with Sugawara, resting on his side facing the other omega, closing his eyes and relaxing beneath the warmth of the bright sun. Sugawara watched him quietly for a while, then nestled closer and closed his eyes as well, nosing into Hinata's bright hair and enjoying the way his smaller fingers curled against his own. He took a deep breath, exhaling slowly, letting that restless sadness fade into the background of his mind, focusing only on the present moment. He was so happy for Hinata and Akaashi. He had to trust himself and his partners, and believe that someday soon the same might happen for him.

He wanted more than anything to have another pup, this time with Sawamura. Both of his partners were amazing, caring fathers to their little girl. He couldn't wait to see them playing with their next child, teaching them about their new world, watching them grow.

He wouldn't mind having a third either, depending on how Sawamura and Iwaizumi felt about siring more pups. Sugawara wanted to give them everything he could, to show them how much he loved and trusted them, and to give Rue siblings to cherish and grow up with. She was going to be an amazing big sister.

Whatever the future might bring, Sugawara knew his packmates would be there for them. They would face the unknown together. Sugawara had faith in them all.

He was brought back into the moment by the sound of his daughter's laughter, perking his ears up and rolling over slightly to watch Akaashi's approach, the dark omega holding Rue on one hip and Skye on the other, Sawamura trailing slowly after. Iwaizumi and Kuroo were still speaking together near the playground, exchanging hearty laughter back and forth. Shimizu and Kozume were chatting together nearby while Bokuto pushed Artemis on the swings, the pup cheering loudly and giggling every time the Alpha's pushes sent him soaring into the air, his expressions elated and bright.

Sugawara reached out for Skye while Akaashi held Rue, the little Alpha pup settling down between them and nuzzling into Hinata's neck, his tiny body rumbling with happy purrs as he cuddled close. Hinata laughed sweetly, hugging Skye against him tightly and meeting Sugawara's eyes, grinning while reaching out to comb his fingers through Sugawara's soft, pale hair, Akaashi watching over them with an affectionate smile.

He held Rue close, rocking her lightly and patting her small back, his eyes drifting across the packmates gathered at the playground before focusing on Artemis. Akaashi watched him swing for a while, perking his ears towards the beta pup's happy laughter and noting the way Bokuto kept close to his side, watching over him, ready to catch him should he start to fall.

"He's going to be such a good father." Akaashi sighed gently, Rue perking her ears towards his voice and babbling softly for a few moments before going still once more, tuckered out from playing with her parents.

Sugawara hummed his agreement softly, tracing patterns over Skye's small back as he rested against Hinata, the younger omega stroking his dark ears slowly and whispering soft affections, Akaashi smiling to himself and closing his eyes while listening to Hinata's voice.

The omegas rested together quietly in the sunshine, the pups content to nap with them at least for a little while, Akaashi eventually laying down against Sugawara's side, Rue dozing peacefully between them. Sugawara's heart fluttered happily, a smile turning up his lips as he relaxed between Hinata and Akaashi, his daughter resting against his back and Skye curled up between his chest and Hinata's. He shifted his hand from Skye's back to rest over the curve of Hinata's rounded stomach, petting over the growing pup resting within him, purring softly and nosing Hinata's forehead before planting a soft kiss there.

Akaashi watched his companion with a sleepy smile, petting over Sugawara's shoulder and upper arm soothingly, leaning a little closer to whisper against his ear, "Soon, Koushi. Soon, I promise you."

Sugawara nodded slowly, glancing back over his shoulder to meet Akaashi's eyes, his expression tender with emotion. "I know, Keiji. I know."

Akaashi purred softly, kissing Sugawara's nose and cheeks, reaching up to stroke his pale ears gently while whispering for him to relax and sleep. Sugawara hummed quietly, letting out a shaky exhale before closing his eyes once more, allowing Akaashi to soothe him into a state of calm while basking beneath the brilliant sunlight.

-x-x-x-

The rest of the afternoon was spent in relative calm, the pups eventually waking from their naps and venturing off to play together on the playground, Sawamura and Iwaizumi taking turns with Kuroo and Bokuto to ensure both Rue and Skye were safe and enjoying themselves.

Artemis stayed close to his mother's side, watching the younger pups with curious interest but making no move to engage with them, Kozume eventually coaxing him closer with Bokuto's help, introducing them to one another and watching their interactions with happy smiles.

Skye had met Artemis once before, but Rue had never met the older pup, and she watched him with wide, rounded eyes, shying away from him and hiding her face against Iwaizumi's leg with a soft whine. Sawamura and Iwaizumi exchanged a glance, chuckling softly, Iwaizumi kneeling down beside her and crooning soothingly while petting between her small ears.

"It's alright, sweetheart." Sawamura said gently, casually crossing his arms over his broad chest. "Everything's alright. There's nothing to fear."

Iwaizumi looked to Artemis, beckoning him closer, offering his hand and watching over his daughter with an affectionate smile. Artemis hesitated, Shimizu whispering soft encouragements and ushering him forward, Artemis eventually crossing the short distance to reach Iwaizumi and Rue, offering the beta his hand tentatively, his tears tilting back slightly.

Skye watched them attentively, exhaling a soft snort and toddling closer to pat at Iwaizumi's outstretched hand, Rue looking between her playmate and her father curiously before meeting Artemis' eyes, blinking up at him slowly.

"This is Artemis." Iwaizumi said calmly, rubbing her ears gently while offering her a warm smile. "He's going to be spending more time with us now. Isn't that exciting?"

Rue tilted her head slightly, looking between Iwaizumi and Artemis with a soft, curious trill, perking her ears up at Skye's laughter as he reached out and grabbed Artemis' fingers tightly, letting out an excited bark and tugging him down to their height. Artemis ducked his ears back slightly, shifting to sit down beside them, Skye wasting no time climbing into his lap and pointing towards the jungle gym nearby, babbling and looking up at Artemis expectantly.

Shimizu laughed softly, hiding her smile behind her hand as she glanced towards Kozume, the tawny beta watching the pups engage with one another quietly, a gentle smile teasing across his lips. "He's never been around babies before."

"They're trying to figure out how to interact with one another." Kozume said quietly, reaching out to pet along Shimizu's forearm, tilting his ears towards her while asking curiously, "What time did you say you were meeting up with the twins?"

Shimizu hummed softly, checking her phone for the time and opening her text messages, a little smile turning up her lips. "They're back now. They arrived about an hour ago. I told them we're at the park, Osamu says they'll be heading to the bar soon."

Kozume nodded lightly, offering Shimizu a soft smile. "Don't worry about coming back late. We'll watch over him tonight. We're happy to have him stay with us."

"Thank you so much, Kenma. For everything." She turned to offer him a hug, Kozume returning her embrace lightly. "You have no idea what it's meant to us, having your support during this transition. Tobio and I have never had a real family before, but being here and spending time with all of you feels like home."

Kozume petted her lower back gently as they parted, returning his attention to the pups and watching as Artemis held Skye's hand and walked with him towards the slide, Rue hesitating only for a moment before following. Iwaizumi and Sawamura trailed after them dutifully, Kuroo and Bokuto speaking together in hushed voices before the Alphas looked to Shimizu and Kozume, Kuroo grinning impishly while asking, "So? Date night is a go?"

Shimizu blushed lightly, reaching up to tuck some of her dark hair away from her cheek while nodding, offering Kuroo a shy smile. "We're meeting up at Netsui soon. Tobio is playing tonight."

Kuroo crooned approvingly, Bokuto grinning and nudging him lightly before turning his attention to Shimizu as well. "You and Osamu are really hitting it off, yeah?"

Shimizu blushed a shade darker at that, her laughter embarrassed and bright as she nodded, her ears tilting to and fro before she let out a happy little sigh. "He's very good to me. I enjoy spending time with him and Atsumu very much."

Bokuto grinned, nodding and meeting eyes with Kuroo, the Alphas chuckling together softly before Bokuto stepped a little closer to Kozume's side. He sighed contentedly, reaching out to brush his fingers along his bondmate's wrist before lacing their fingers lightly, crooning softly while saying to Shimizu, "Thank you for trusting us with Artemis. Shouyou already has a full evening planned. We're going to make pizza for dinner, and bake cookies for dessert."

"Oh that sounds like so much fun." Shimizu sighed, perking her ears towards her son, watching as he climbed up the jungle gym while keeping a careful eye on the younger pups following his steps. "I'm so glad he's warmed up to you these past few weeks. It's such a relief, knowing he'll be safe with you tonight. I'm so very grateful to you," She looked from Bokuto and Kozume to Kuroo, an affectionate smile across her lips, "To all of you."

"That's what packmates are for." Kuroo crooned softly, tilting his head slightly and meeting Kozume's eyes, the beta humming and nodding while taking Shimizu's hand, twining their fingers lightly.

"We hope you'll consider our offer. All of us would be happy to have you and Tobio as part of our pack, officially."

Shimizu nodded, squeezing Kozume's fingers back lightly. "I'll speak with Tobio about it later tonight. I love the idea of being a part of your community, I'm just hesitant to commit to a life outside of the city. My shop is here, and our townhouse. Artemis has school, Tobio has his band…"

Kozume nodded his understanding, Bokuto humming thoughtfully while meeting Kuroo's eyes, waiting to see what their partner might say. The dark Alpha was quiet, simply smiling and watching Shimizu with an affectionate gaze, shifting his attention towards Akaashi's voice as his mate called for him.

Kuroo let out a little sigh, giving Shimizu a small wave goodbye before starting across the grass to where a lazy trio of omegas were still lounging about beneath the sun, Akaashi looking up at him expectantly while beckoning him closer.

"Tetsu, would you mind giving Shouyou an adjustment? He says his lower back has been aching recently. I told him you might be able to help."

Kuroo hummed softly, dipping down to offer Akaashi a kiss before turning his attention to Hinata. The omega was resting on his side, Sugawara rubbing along his shoulders and upper back methodically, Hinata sighing pleasantly and relaxing beneath his hands, his cheeks warm with a light blush.

"I never realized you all have a clinic together." Hinata said with a hint of curiosity, one of his ears pivoting towards Kuroo as the Alpha knelt at his side, lifting one of his legs slightly and smoothing his hand along the curve of his hip. "How long have you worked there?"

Akaashi rested back on his heels, thinking to himself for a few moments before musing aloud, "How long has it been since we decided to merge practices? It was the year before Toru started getting sick, wasn't it?"

"That's right." Kuroo nodded, twisting Hinata slightly and kneading at the tension he found knotted here and there. "We had talked about it for a while before, the cost of renting separate office spaces, and how convenient it would be to combine our incomes to purchase our own building."

Sugawara smiled at the memory, rubbing deep circles against either side of Hinata's spine, slowly working his way down, kneading away each knot that he crossed. "It's no wonder you've never realized. The clinic has been closed since Toru's illness took a turn for the worse, and then after his passing we were busy taking care of Rue. Working was the last thing on any of our minds."

Kuroo and Akaashi both made sounds of agreement, the Alpha rotating Hinata's hip slowly, applying pressure along his pelvis and instructing him when to breathe. As Hinata exhaled Kuroo twisted him abruptly to the side, Hinata's lower back letting out a series of audible pops, Hinata's eyes widening at the sound as he let out a series of surprised giggles, Kuroo watching over him with a teasing smile, patting his hip lightly. "Does that feel better?"

"Yeah! Wow, that's weird!" He shifted a little, reaching back to feel along his spine, taking a few breaths before letting out a contented sigh, relaxing beneath Sugawara's hands once more. "That feels a lot better. Thank you, Tetsu!"

"Anytime." Kuroo chuckled softly, Akaashi pressing closer against his side and kissing at his jaw affectionately, Kuroo wrapping his arm around his mate while beginning to purr in a deep, rumbling tone.

Hinata watched them with a lazy smile, half-asleep as Sugawara continued his massage, the younger omega sighing sleepily while asking, "So you're a chiropractor?"

"A chiropractor, yes." Kuroo replied with a nod. "I'm also a licensed physical therapist."

"I practice physical therapy too, with a focus on naturopathic healing; including meditation, yoga, and various other stress management techniques." Akaashi looked to Sugawara, smiling fondly while adding, "I am also a midwife, as is Koushi."

Sugawara leaned a little closer to Hinata's shoulder, catching his honey-brown eyes. "I practiced as a massage therapist before becoming a midwife, and I hold a license as a pediatric counselor as well." He glanced towards the playground nearby while adding, "Daichi is a psychologist, with a primary focus on family counseling. He has years of experience assisting others with their mental health." Sugawara smiled gently, watching his mate fondly. "He was already offering counseling to several regular clients while I was still working on my degree. He's exceptionally patient, kind and understanding."

Hinata perked his ears at that, inhaling softly before asking, "Do you think Daichi would be a good counselor for Tobio? If he needed someone to talk to?"

Sugawara's movements slowed slightly, the pale omega considering for a moment before nodding. "If he was comfortable with the idea of speaking to Daichi one on one, I would imagine so. Why? Has he been looking for a counselor recently?"

Hinata dipped his ears back a little, his eyes trailing across the clouds drifting high above as he murmured softly, "Not exactly. He just...he has a lot of feelings he needs to work through." He arched his brow a bit, adding softly, "There's only so much I can do to help. Sometimes I feel useless." He met Sugawara's eyes, biting his bottom lip absently. "Maybe if he talked to someone like Daichi, who's actually a professional at working through heavy, difficult subjects like guilt and grief, maybe that would help more than I ever possibly could."

"It wouldn't hurt to try." Kuroo said gently, Akaashi nodding and humming softly while reaching out to pet along Hinata's arm, the younger omega smiling and closing his eyes, making soft contented sounds beneath Sugawara's touch.

He was lucky to have them, all of them. Surrounded by his packmates, he felt completely at peace. He would do whatever he could to help bring Kageyama that same gentle peace of mind and heart. He only hoped Kageyama would be open to the idea of speaking with Sawamura about his past. With time and patience, perhaps Sawamura could help Kageyama learn to forgive himself, and move on a brighter future.

He had an entire lifetime to share with his son.

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Yamaguchi smoothed his fingers over Shy's slowly, the pteropine gradually stirring and letting out a soft breath, his fingers curling weakly against the lupine's, a low whine caught in the back of his throat. He was still rising from anesthesia after hours of surgery, and Yamaguchi hesitated to respond to the pteropine's soft little trills and squeaks, not wanting to upset him should Shy still be unable to hear anything clearly even after his third surgery since they'd first become companions. It broke his heart every time, seeing the disappointment and distress that always crumpled Shy's features. He felt helpless, useless. If only there was something he could do.

The fingers against his own became more insistent, Shy tugging him closer and perking his ears towards Yamaguchi's movements, and with a shaky exhale he tried speaking to Shy for the first time. "I'm here. I'm right here, Shy. I'm here for you."

Shy smiled, his expressions smoothing as he closed his eyes, pressing his lips against the back of Yamaguchi's hand. "I missed you. I missed you so much."

Yamaguchi watched him quietly, arching his brow. He reached out his other hand and stroked Shy's forehead gently, combing his dark hair away from his eyes before asking softly, "Do you know where you are? Can you tell me what day it is?"

Shy tightened his hold on Yamaguchi's fingers ever so slightly, humming and kissing across his knuckles, his face twisting with emotion as he whispered, "It's okay. It's okay, I asked you to. I asked you to. You don't have to be afraid."

Yamaguchi sighed quietly, ducking his ears back a bit and petting between Shy's ears, listening to his whispered words and trying to make sense of any of it. Sometimes, when first rising from anesthesia, there were times when he would speak to Yamaguchi without knowing him, as if he were speaking with someone else.

Carefully, gently, Yamaguchi stroked his fingertips along the curve of Shy's large ears, soothing him gently, shushing him and leaning closer to share his warmth as he said, "It's okay, Shy. Just rest for now, okay? It's been a long night…"

Shy hummed quietly, smoothing his palm up Yamaguchi's wrist and forearm slowly, cupping his elbow and drawing him closer until he could hide his face against Yamaguchi's neck. He breathed him in, wrapping his arm around the other beta's waist and holding him close, petting along his lower back gently, intimately. Yamaguchi exhaled slowly, careful of the pteropine's IV as he wrapped his arms around Shy as well, carding his fingers through his hair and whispering soft reassurances, Shy breathing steadily against the curve of his throat.

They lay together for a little while, nothing save the quiet sounds of monitors bleeping disturbing their silence, until Shy shifted slightly to nose under Yamaguchi's jaw, and with a soft resonating croon he softly began to sing.

"It's been so long…
And tin cans and string for years
Is all that we've known…
"

Yamaguchi listened with wide eyes, barely breathing, his throat tight as Shy's voice vibrated through his chest where they were pressed together, his fingers curling in the fabric of Yamaguchi's shirt.

"Could it be you're really here?"

Yamaguchi's heart twisted, the longing in Shy's voice gnawing at him like something alive, the adoration and sweet sincerity he could feel in every word. He didn't know how to respond, didn't know what to say, and as Shy sighed quietly and his words faded to soft hums Yamaguchi simply held him close.

He listened to Shy's melody over and over again, wondering where Shy had heard that song before, and wondering who he was singing it to when he imagined Yamaguchi as someone else.


Lyrics: Atlantis by Thrice

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Careers Reference Guide:

Hinata - watercolor paintings
Bokuto - massage therapist
Kozume - trust fund/family wealth

Atsumu - personal trainer
Osamu - architecture/design

Kuroo - chiropractor/physical therapist
Akaashi - naturopathic healing/meditation/yoga/midwife
Sugawara - massage therapist/midwife/mental health counselor (typically children)
Sawamura - psychologist/mental health & family therapist

Iwaizumi - carpentry/woodwork
Oikawa - oil paintings/fashion design/photography

Yaku - crypto/stocks (trade & investments)
Haiba - streamer

Tsukishima - SL game developer/coder
Yamaguchi - SL teacher/hospital volunteer

Shimizu - florist
Kageyama - guitarist/singer