Minako had lost track of how long she had been there. All she remembered was pain. More pain then she ever remembered feeling in her life. Someone said it was almost over but she didn't really understand what they meant anymore. "Push my Lady. Push" Yelled the healer. "Come one My Lady just a little more. You're almost there. Breathe and Push. That's it" Minako yelled in pain. It felt like she was being ripped in two. "One more push My Lady." Then Suddenly it was over. A shrill screaming howl filled the room. Minako Collapsed onto the healer behind her in exhaustion. She started crying in joy and relief. "It's a girl My lady. Congratulations." They placed the baby in her arms and showed her how to nurse the baby. Minako watched her daughter in awe as the baby fed. Soon both were starting to drift to sleep. The healers finished cleaning them and moved them into the bed where they soon fell asleep. The healers then left the room to find the father and tell him of the joyful news.

Tomo and Nakago sat and waited in Tomo's room because Nakago and he had been kicked out of Nakago's room when the birthing pains had started. That had been hours ago. Soi sat with them as well, though her thoughts were elsewhere. She still couldn't believe that girl was giving Nakago a child. She hoped it was a girl. Then maybe Nakago would lose interest in her. No man wanted a women who gave only girl children. If the baby was a boy, well she could take care of that. Finally foot steps could be heard coming towards the room. Tomo and Nakago rose in anticipation. There was a knock on the door and the healer entered. He bowed in respect then rose. "Nakago my lord. It is an honor to announce the birth of your daughter scarcely an hour ago. Mother and babe both fair well. They sleep at present. They are in your room should you like to see them. The child is yet to be named." He bowed again and stepped out of the room. Soi watched with an evil smile. Now, she thought, the little tramp would get what she deserved. Tomo smiled in pure joy. A daughter. Minako must be thrilled her was happy that she was ok. He also looked forward to meeting Nakago's daughter.

Nakago remained silent for a moment lost in thought. Slowly a smile appeared on his face. He hadn't really smiled in so long. His heart was filled with joy. "A daughter, I have a daughter." There was laughter in his voice. Tomo smiled. He was glade to see Nakago so happy for once. "Lets go meet your daughter." They both headed for the door and towards Minako. Neither noticed the malice on Soi's face. She was beyond angry. She swore she would get that girl for taking her Nakago. Nakago and Tomo quickly made their way to Nakago's room where Minako was sleeping. Neither could wait to see her or to meet the baby. Tomo just wanted to make sure she was ok. Nakago to make sure bother were ok. His view of Minako had changed a while back. About the time that she had returned home and been confronted by the Emperor. He knew first hand what that evil man could do. He was surprised and happy at how well she had dealt with what had happened. He had found a new respect for her. She wasn't just his means of having children anymore. He found he was starting to love her. He'd been afraid when he'd first found that out. But in the end that was what had won. That was why he begged the Emperor to release her. He had spoken to Tomo when they returned from Konan about what had happened there. He was surprised at what he'd heard on many counts. He'd known that Minako's mother was a cold women who cared little for her only daughter but was shocked to learn of the plots against Minako's life. Hotohorie was another surprise. He'd changed his plans around that Emperor. He decided to deal with his own first. This emperor had no sons and so no one to take the throne after him. As shogun he was then first in line for that throne. The question now was how to deal with that. Finally they reached the room, Tomo quietly opened the door. Minako and the babe were still sleeping. Minako hadn't looked so calm for as long as either had known her. Tomo took a quick look then looked to Nakago. "I'll leave her to you. Call me if she wishes to see me please." He then headed back to his room a bright smile on his face. Nakago quietly entered the room. He sat on the bed beside his wife and new daughter. He gazed lovingly at the child. She had curly brown fluff on her head. Her eyes opened and he saw that she had bright blue eyes. He wondered if they would stay that color, The babe cried a little, Nakago picked her up and looked over at Minako who had woken when the baby cried. "I thinks she's hungry" Nakago passed the baby over and watched as she ate. "She is beautiful. Have you picked for a name?" Nakago watched her. "I don't know. Any idea's?"

****Hey guys sorry I took so long to write. I had bad writers block. So what do you think? Any suggestions for a name? I'm stumped O.o;;;*****