Partners Now In Marriage Chapter 21: Epilogue, a g-gundam fanfic

Epilogue

A Sweet Change

The blissful, new parents were still looking at each other after their dear friend George de Sand asked what their daughter's name was. It was as if they were reading each other's minds while the female names they had considered weeks earlier ran through their heads. Possibly similar to how Rain's name had come about, they had given thought to the name Kira, which meant light and sun, then Sorano, which meant sky. However, there was another name that the two had come to like, and they each seemed to like it even more now that they had seen and held their precious child. The new mother thought the name would fit the beautiful infant perfectly, while the new father thought that a child born from his beautiful wife couldn't be named anything else. At the very same time both Domon and Rain smiled and said softly, "Kohana."

Watching the new parents falling more and more in love with their daughter as their eyes moved to look at her once again, the knight said with a proud smile, "Kohana Kasshu. May I ask what Kohana means?"

Smiling very lovingly at her daughter, Rain said, "It means a little flower."

Recollections of his wife decorating their house with Ikebana flowers ran through Domon's mind as he started to memorize the little flower; his daughter, whom he was now holding.

George, Chibodee, Sai Saici, their crews and friends had to smile as they also gave the little infant their full attention. The only two people missing were Argo and Nastasha, who had all ready left for their honeymoon. However, they would no doubt be told of the look on Domon's face, which was of great joy; one the friends would never forget. Touched by the sight of the King of Hearts holding his daughter in his strong arms, the three fighters watching suddenly began to have their own thoughts about their leader.

The boxer remembered the unfriendly way he had met Domon Kasshu in the boxing ring, while the knight remembered back when he had thought of the Neo-Japan fighter as a ruffian. The once very cold Japanese Gundam fighter who had found out that happiness was actually possible, was now a very good friend of theirs; someone they could trust and count on. As both the knight and the boxer found themselves looking at the beautiful, new mother, they also began to remember a time during the 13th Gundam fight when they had thought Domon didn't deserve her. Now the fighters could only smile over how wrong they had been. Since being married, Domon had proven to be a good husband making it more than clear that Rain belonged with no one else. Now Kohana was a result and further proof of their love for each other.

Standing next to Chibodee and George, Sai Saici also remembered a time long ago when Domon had helped him face his fears against Dahal in the Pharoah gundam. The memory made the youngest fighter know without a doubt that the King of Hearts would be a great father. However, no one was more pleased than Domon's father. Up until now the older man had thought he could never be more proud of his son then when he had been reunited with him after their ten, long years apart. The doctor now smiled over knowing that Kohana was going to have her tough, gundam fighter father wrapped around her little finger. After all, Domon's best friend as a child had been a little girl, Rain.

As for Rain being a mother, no one doubted that she would be one of the very best. Besides being smart, she was warm and loving and always strove to do the right thing. After not having her mother for so long, she would have that mother/daughter bond with Kohana.

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An hour later in the hospital when the King of Hearts and his family were alone, he slowly moved to sit on the cot next to his wife who was holding their sleeping first born. He watched as the new mother started to ever so gently begin to pull the soft, pink blanket open from around Kohana. Remembering that the little, pink hat on the infant's head was to keep her warm, Domon asked softly, "Rain…what if she gets cold?"

Not taking her caring, blue eyes off of her daughter, Rain smiled over her fighter's protectiveness and said, "I just want to see a little more of her. I won't keep her uncovered for long." Not interrupting further, Domon watched with great interest as Rain revealed their baby's ever so small hands and the five small fingers on each. Next Rain gently lifted the small gown to reveal the baby's small legs, which were crossed, therefore causing both of the parents to smile. Gently pulling on one of the little socks, Rain said softly, "I just want to see her little foot."

Now finding himself helping, Domon carefully lifted his little one's light leg and gently pulled the sock off to reveal a perfect foot with five perfect toes. "Rain," he said in awe. "My finger is bigger than her whole foot."

Seeing that was true, the pretty mother said happily, "She is so small." As Rain reluctantly began to wrap the little one back up in her blanket, the phone rang. Argo and Nastasha were calling from their honeymoon in Neo-Italy to congratulate the Kasshu couple since the Princess had let them know the good news. The overly, happy new father hadn't been on the phone long when Rain laughed at him for insisting to the newlyweds to get off the phone and start making a baby.

Two weeks after being home with their new, baby girl, Domon and Rain had found that their lives had become sweeter with the presence of Kohana. At this time Rain still wore her maternity dress to be more comfortable while her body was getting back to normal. And, though there was a lack of sleep for now, the new mother remembered her father-in-law's wise words that this would pass; that one night she'd be able to sleep the whole night through once again. In addition, though the new mother thoroughly enjoyed holding her daughter, she hoped she wasn't spoiling her child since she found herself always wanting to pick Kohana up each time she barely cried. This left it hard for Rain to find time to do other things such as cooking and cleaning but her husband insisted he was only concerned about their baby being taken care of. He also insisted that Rain take care of herself by getting some much needed rest. Knowing that Domon was right, Rain was sure to take a nap each time her little Kohana did.

During the last two weeks as a father, Domon had been home more rather than off training. He wanted to help his wife with Kohana as much as he possibly could since Rain didn't have her own mother there to help, and because he couldn't get enough of the baby. Commissioner Karato had to force himself from telling Domon that he needed to concentrate and train hard. Down deep the Japanese official knew that the King of hearts had a right to spend time with his two week old daughter.

Rushing home from a training session one afternoon to be with his family, Domon found the two precious females in his life up in Kohana's room. Not saying anything he smiled as he took in the beautiful sight before him of mother and daughter both asleep. The sweet mother had her baby in her arms, which were propped up on a pillow as she sat asleep in the rocking chair that Chibodee and his crew had shipped over as a gift.

Slowly moving over to them, the fighter decided to take Kohana and put her in her crib. Carefully lifting his child out of her mother's arms, he made sure to be as quiet and gentle as possible so that the little one wouldn't awake, but deep down he knew he wouldn't mind at all if she did. However, it wasn't Kohana he should have been worried about. As if an alarm had gone off in the mother's head telling her that her child was being taken, Rain opened her eyes. Domon looked into her sleepy, blue eyes and once again he was thankful for the bond that had so clearly been formed between mother and daughter.

Seeing her child's father, Rain watched as he took their daughter, glad herself for how attached Domon was already getting to Kohana. Though exhausted, the sweet mother smiled at seeing her husband kiss their child's little forehead before he carefully lowered her down into her crib.

When he made his way back to his wife, she didn't protest at all when he bent down and lifted her into his arms. Jokingly, he said, "You're much heavier than Kohana."

Not insulted at all because she knew that their baby felt so light when held, Rain smiled and wrapped her arms around her husband's neck as she said, "I know. Kohana's such a little thing."

Once in their bedroom, Domon laid his wife down on their bed. He had intended leaving her there by herself so that she could sleep but found himself lying down on his side facing her. Happy for his presence, Rain rolled on to her side to face him. After placing her hand on his arm, she then closed her eyes to let herself fall asleep.

Domon began to just stare at her, grateful for the life that they had made with each other. Who would have known back when he was in his disturbed state after finding out what had happened to his parents and his brother that he would find true happiness with his childhood friend. Though every single day of their marriage hadn't been filled with romance, many instead with disagreements that turned into arguments, all of those days were filled with love. And now Domon found himself even more attracted to his wife since she was such a devoted mother. All of these tender thoughts of her made him want to touch her so badly; to share something with her that they had only shared with each other, but doctor's orders wouldn't let him for another month or so. Wanting to at least be able to feel her soft skin, he lifted his hand so that he could let one of his fingers trace her flawless face.

Just about to doze off, Rain opened her lovely, blue eyes upon feeling her husband's caress, making her realize just how much she had missed his touch since their baby had been born.

Sorry to keep her awake since she needed rest, Domon only innocently smiled back.

Not wanting her husband to think she forgot about him since she had been so busy with their baby, she softly said, "I forgot to ask how your training went today."

"Same as always," he said as if he was stronger than ever. "Oh…but guess who called the government building today because he was afraid of waking the baby if he called here."

"Who?" Rain asked truly having no idea.

"Chibodee."

Rolling her eyes the pretty, blue-eyed female said, "I hope Commissioner Karato didn't think that Chibodee was trying to spy."

"Who cares," Domon said tired of the commissioner not trusting his Shuffle Alliance friends.

"So what did Chibodee have to say?"

Letting out a deep breath, Domon said, "You're not going to believe it."

"Let me guess," Rain said putting on her thinking cap. She remembered Shirley briefly telling her over the phone of her first date with Chibodee. Per the boxer's request, the red head had worn her pretty lavender bridesmaid's dress while Chibodee actually wore his tuxedo, and they truly had a night out on the town. Shirley had said it was the best date of her life; that Chibodee was a total gentleman who paid all of his attention to her. "Did Chibodee admit that he's in love with Shirley yet?"

Surprised that his wife had guessed right so quickly, Domon said, "Yeah. I couldn't believe that he called me just to tell me that."

"Domon. You're one of his best friends and he needed to tell someone how he's feeling since he never expected to ever want to settle down with anyone."

Thinking back, the King of Hearts recalled when he and Rain had gone through that stage. That's the stage when you first start dating someone that you're really crazy about. Everything feels so perfect and it seems that neither of you can do nor say anything wrong to upset the other person. The flirting is fun and exciting as you are getting closer and sharing new kisses often. You're the biggest fools for each other and being corny is a way of life for a short while.

Suddenly the baby's cry was heard and Rain instantly pushed herself up from the bed.

"Wait," Domon said getting up himself. "Let me get her."

Grinning, Rain said, "Okay…daddy."

Smirking because he did love being Kohana's Daddy, Domon then left the room. Within seconds he walked back into the Master bedroom with the baby in his arms. "Hi, mommy," he all but whispered for Kohana.

Smiling but again, Rain said, "Do you want me to take her?"

Shaking his head no, the new father said, "Do you know that every time you speak she turns her head to your voice?"

Touched that Domon would notice something like that, Rain said, "I would imagine she knows my voice quite well since I carried her for nine months."

A month later things had progressed nicely. Rain could go back to work if she wanted but for now she couldn't pull herself away from her daughter, which Domon didn't mind at all. Luckier than most people, the two weren't hurting for money. Deciding to forget about the hospital for awhile, Rain said she'd consider working on the Burning gundam once again in time and only if she could bring Kohana. Knowing that Domon was the best fighter with his wife as his partner, Karato suggested building a nursery for Kohana in the government building. Both of the Kasshu parents were very happy with this idea.

As each day went by, it was pure joy for both Domon and Rain to watch the new changes in their daughter. One evening Rain laid a wide awake Kohana on her little tummy on a mat in the living room. The beautiful baby now had enough strength to lift her head as she looked around at her surroundings. One thing that got her attention and held it was her tough daddy crawling on the floor before her, which caused her to smile. Upon seeing the smile, Domon's face lit up and he expressed, "Rain…don't tell me that's gas. That's a real smile."

"Yes. I think you're right," Rain said with excitement as she sat down Indian style on the floor. "She thinks that her daddy's funny."

Sounding even more excited than before, Domon said, "Listen, Rain. Now she's making noises."

"She's…she's cooing," Rain said surprised that Kohana seemed to be trying to talk already.

"What are you trying to say? Are you hungry?" Domon asked his child. "Rain. When's the last time she ate?"

Knowing what Domon was hinting at and totally understanding why since it was such a bonding moment with a baby, Rain said, "You can feed her if you'd like. I have a bottle already made up in the refrigerator."

Making a move to pick up his daughter, Domon looked thrilled that he could feed her while Rain voluntarily went to the kitchen so she could retrieve and warm the bottle.

A few minutes later, Domon was sitting in the white lounge chair holding his daughter and the bottle for her as she drank away. Kohana had one of her little hands tightly wrapped around one of her father's fingers, which of course he loved. As he studied her beautiful, little face, she stared back up at his with wide eyes. "Rain," the King of Hearts said pleased while still staring at their daughter. "Kohana looks more and more like you every day."

It was true but Rain didn't mind pointing out the differences. "She's got your beautiful, brown eyes, Domon. And she has kept your attractive dark hair."

Smiling because his daughter did have his coloring, he said, "But her eyes are shaped like yours, big and round. Her face reminds me of yours when we were little."

Leaning over the two people she loved the most, Rain said, "If you'd like I could wrap a red sash around her forehead so she'd look even more like you."

As if she had understood what her mother said, Kohana suddenly stopped sucking and smiled. Seeing this, Domon said to the baby, "Oh…you like that idea. We have a cloak for you too."

Hours later, Rain stood in the doorway of the kitchen watching her daughter who was lying on her back on a mat discovering her hands. It was simply amazing to watch such a thing. Kohana herself seemed amazed as she held up one of her hands and just stared at it as she turned it slowly. She then laughed when she lost track of her motor skills and her arms flailed out as a result. "Oh, Domon," Rain said to him. "I never knew I was going to love her this much."

After not finding anything interesting enough to eat in the refrigerator, Domon closed the door and looked at his wife as he thought, 'Years ago I never knew I'd love you, then have a child I'd love as much as I do today.'

Since her husband hadn't answered her out loud, Rain turned her head to look at him. Catching his serious, dark eyes on her, she asked, "What's wrong?"

Feeling such a desire for his wife take him over; Domon's eyes began to enjoy how she looked now in her regular clothes. His eyes began to move from her waist, up over her chest, and then they soon rested upon her stunning, blue eyes. "Nothing's wrong at all, Rain."

Rain knew that look in her husband's eyes and found that it alone was starting to cause her to want him. It had been too long since they had done what married couples do in their bedrooms.

Taking slow steps towards her, Domon didn't break his eyes away from hers. When there was only inches between them, his hands moved to hold her face as he felt himself desperately wanting and needing her.

Watching as he leaned his face closer to hers, Rain then closed her eyes and waited to feel his lips capture hers. Upon contact, his lips gently pressed on to hers making the couple crave more from each other. He kissed her softly taking in the feeling of her soft lips and soon he felt her hands on his waist. Getting lost in his wife had never been hard to do, especially not now. Feeling her lips eagerly responding back, his right hand then moved into the back of her hair while his left hand moved to her lower back to pull her closer. He missed touching her and her response to his caress. Gently catching her top lip between his, Domon then tilted his head so that he could enjoy more of her. Just barely tilting her head in the opposite direction, Rain easily accepted him in for a deeper kiss. Feeling such a heat as he pressed his body firmly against hers, Rain then felt Domon's strong arms wrap around her as their urgent kiss continued. When his lips finally released hers, Rain's eyes remained closed as she felt more kisses being spread under her neck then behind her ear. "Rain," Domon whispered in a husky voice very near that ear. "When can I make love to you?"

Tempted to say now, Rain said nothing as she felt Domon lifting his face away so that he could look at hers for the answer. Really wanting his love so much, her rational side made her control herself and she said, "I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow. I'm pretty sure that tomorrow night will be fine."

Remembering the appointment, he leaned his forehead against hers. After letting out a deep breath, he growled as he made eyes at her because of the thought of what they might finally share the next night.

Rain smiled back glad that she still made the handsome man feel such a passion for her.

Meanwhile little Kohana continued to look at her hand where she had been laid down on her little back. She had no idea how badly her parents, who were only about ten feet away, wanted each other. The little one also didn't know how much her mother loved staring into her father's eyes even more now because the beautiful brown color reminded her mother of the precious little new born.

The next day Domon's father insisted that he'd keep Domon and the baby company while Rain was at her doctor's appointment. When Dr. Kasshu arrived at his son and daughter-in-law's house, Rain was the one to let him in. Just after kissing her father-in-law hello, she whispered, "You've got to come see this."

Nodding his head that he was ready to see whatever Rain had to show him, he then followed her towards the stairs. Within seconds the older doctor smiled at what Rain had wanted him to see. There in the chair by the window in the Master bedroom was Domon Kasshu sound asleep with his arms securely around his sleeping, baby daughter who was lying on her side on his chest.

"Rain," her father-in-law whispered. "You should take a picture of this."

"Don't worry. I already did."

"Good. I think your friends would like to see it." As Rain smiled back proudly, he added, "I can tell that Kohana is one female you won't mind losing Domon's attention to."

"Definitely not," Rain agreed since she had been so pleased with the attention her husband gave their baby. Though he still hadn't changed a diaper, and didn't plan to unless Rain wasn't around, he was becoming a very good father.

Suddenly Domon opened his eyes to find his father and wife smiling at him. "What?" he asked as if they had a problem. Feeling the little bundle resting on his chest, he then kissed the top of her head. Upon seeing his father and wife giving him an even goofier smile, he said, "Why are you two looking at me like that?"

To Rain, Domon had never looked more handsome than he did now, holding their baby the way he was.

Wishing they'd stop staring at him, Domon said to his wife, "Shouldn't you be leaving for your doctor appointment?"

"Yes," she said losing her smile and sounding uneasy about it.

Seeing that something was wrong, Domon carefully got up with his daughter and then walked to his father. "Dad. Will you hold Kohana so I can talk to Rain?"

More than willing to hold her, Dr. Kasshu said, "Of course I'll hold my grand-daughter. We'll be downstairs."

Just after Dr. Kasshu left the room with the baby, the Neo-Japan fighter looked at his wife and said, "What's wrong, Rain?"

Holding her hands up as if to swear she was telling the truth, the sweet female said, "It's not that I don't trust you and your father with Kohana because I do. It's just that…I'm having a hard time leaving her."

Thinking for a few seconds first, Domon then put his hands in his pockets as he said softly, "That's understandable. This will be the first time you're leaving her since she's been born."

Missing her already, Rain said, "I love her so much and just want to protect her forever."

Clearly seeing his daughter's latest smiles in his head, Domon said, "I know. She depends on us."

Moving two steps forward, Rain hugged her husband needing to feel his strong arms around her.

Holding his wife close, Domon said, "I promise that I'll take care of her."

"I know you will," Rain said glad that he understood how hard it was for her to leave their baby.

After a few seconds of silence, he asked, "Are you sure that you're okay going to the doctor's office by yourself?"

"I'll be fine," she said backing out of his arms. "I want you and Kohana to stay here."

There was another reason why Rain didn't want her husband to go with her. She wanted to buy a piece of sexy sleepwear for herself as a surprise for him. Though she could still fit into the sleepwear she wore before being pregnant since she was down to her normal weight, she still wanted a new nightie. Getting down to her normal weight had been easy since Rain had gained under thirty pounds while pregnant and now spent almost every possible moment with Kohana rather than snacking. 'After my appointment,' Rain thought, 'I'll do the fastest shopping I've ever done before. I'm glad there's a little store in the same building where the doctor's office is.'

Later when Rain arrived back home from her doctor's appointment, she found both Kasshu men cooing with Kohana who was in her swing. Before Rain could laugh at the two grown men cooing with the baby, Kohana smiled big at her mother making the grown woman melt.

"Rain. There's no doubt she's glad you're home," Domon said wondering what was in the small bag his wife was holding.

Late that night after a feeding, Kohana fell asleep and her mother knew the precious child would probably stay asleep for about five hours that night. Ready to make this night special for her husband, Rain made her way into their Master bathroom while he remained downstairs watching television not knowing that Kohana had already fallen asleep. A half hour later, Rain snuck up behind her husband who was standing in front of the television, and slid her loving arms around him.

Very pleased with his wife's affection as she pressed herself into his back, Domon flung the television remote control he was holding onto a mat and turned around in her arms. Not expecting his hands to feel a very sheer material the only thing covering his wife, the King of Hearts backed up a foot to see what she was wearing. At seeing her he felt his body instantly respond to her beauty as his eyes took in the small, sexy, black nightie she was wearing.

Though she could almost laugh at what she was about to say, she asked in a low, seductive voice, "Don't you think that your clothes need to come off?"

Domon stared back at the gorgeous vision before him knowing that if there was one person who could literally bring him to his knees, it was her.

Delighted to see the passion in his eyes, Rain slowly began to backup towards the stairs hinting that they'd be much more comfortable in their bedroom.

It took everything in the fighter not to quickly shed his clothes and take his wife into his arms and love her right there on their steps. Because she had obviously taken the time to get ready for him, he decided to take things slowly as he began to follow her. Since his red cloak was already off, he began to unhook his tan jacket causing Rain to smile at how easily she could make him undress himself to be with her. Now smiling himself because he knew what she was thinking, he reached behind his back and then pulled up and then off his dark, green shirt.

The sweet female couldn't stop her eyes from moving down to admire her husband's chest and tight abs, which made her want him even more. It had been awhile since she had felt him the way she wanted to; making love to her.

Once up the stairs and through the bedroom door; his pants still on, Domon couldn't keep the short distance between he and his wife any longer now that he had memorized what she looked like in the black nightie. Pulling his wife into his arms he began to hungrily kiss her. Between desperate kisses he managed to whisper, "I want you so badly."

Feeling herself losing total control from her husband's words, Rain whispered back, "I want you too; more than ever."

Those words caused an already burning flame to grow into a raging fire inside of the King of Hearts as he swept his wife up into his arms and then as quickly as possible carried her to their bed.

After they were on the bed, Domon's eyes moved from his wife's curves to her stunning, blue eyes. Almost looking as if he was in a trance he whispered to her, "You're so beautiful."

Running her hands up his chest, Rain then pulled him closer and caught his lips with a feverish kiss.

Neither wanted this to go fast so for a nice amount of time hands touched and wandered as their kisses continued. The little bit of clothing left on them was eventually pulled away and thrown on to the floor. Both adults who were so experienced with only each other were careful not to ignore any part of the other that wanted attention. Domon's desire for his wife only grew as he watched with great fascination what he could make her feel with his caress. Upon wanting all of her, he moved his body to completely cover hers.

Not wanting to ruin the moment but because this would be their first time since she had given birth, Rain looked into her husband's eyes and whispered, "Domon. Please be gentle."

Please had been an unnecessary word for her to utter to him. In a heartbeat he'd stop if he thought for one second that he was causing pain to whom he loved so much. Staring into the striking eyes that belonged to his wife, Domon's honeymoon night came to his mind as he slowly shook his head yes that he'd be gentle with her.

During their long, tender lovemaking, their fingers and eventually their legs entwined as they became one and whispered that they loved each other. After some time; when they both experienced a great pleasure, their ears gladly took in the sounds of each other's satisfied responses. Their hearts raced and then suddenly began to calm down as they both breathed in heavily; more than content with where the other had taken them.

Rolling onto his back, Domon pulled his wife close to his side and she wrapped her arm around him. After some silence, she said, "Domon."

"Mmm," was all he could mutter since he was drifting into sleep.

Sounding tired herself, she said, "Remember when I was about to have Kohana; when you told me I could…slap the hell out of you since I was the one feeling all of the pain?"

Opening his eyes and turning his head towards hers, Domon hesitantly said, "Yeah."

Smiling sweetly, she said, "Don't worry. I could never slap you after tonight."

Grunting, Domon tightened his arm around her, kissed her forehead softly then said, "Now I know what to do if you ever feel the need to slap me."

Grinning back, Rain knew in the future they would unfortunately have arguments since that was part of marriage sometimes but she knew he'd never have to worry about a slap coming from her.

"Hey, Rain," Domon said before they fell asleep.

"What?"

Looking very serious, he said, "I really love you."

Staring back into his eyes, she said, "And I love you."

My finale author's note for this story: I hope you all enjoyed the ending to this fic. In the future I would like to write more on Domon and Rain. I just need to think about exactly what direction I would like them to go in. (And I've saved Rain's beautiful eyes for someone else.) Please forgive me for not using the names some of you suggested. They were all great but I found a site with Japanese names and liked Kohana—Sorry!

Thanks to the following for their reviews since my last post: Secret person/ShadowLiger, Cosomos, Anime Lover, Fang, Incomplete, Kikyo12, Here4The Party, Kairiyuna14, Erica6060, Kagura, Mercey, Hawk Sage, Rain's love-domon's heart, Jessi, Shawn Provoncha and Over-Dose 44. Each and every one of your comments are precious to me.Thanks for taking the time to let me know what you think.

Now a thanks and answers to those who had questions:

Goldangel2-What can I say? I can't thank you enough for beta reading. Also thanks for being one of my dearest friends. You truly make the world a sweeter place for me. I know without a doubt that your original will take off and I look forward to seeing it happen, KSF.

Redlion2-I think both you and GA2 make the world a sweeter place. I am very, very thankful for your friendship. Thanks for saying I'm improving and please, please keep your stories going! They're a joy to read. You are a master at tenderness.

Ryan-You were so right because I hadn't thought of a name by the time I finished the last chapter! And yes, someone else would be better at writing Argo and Nastasha's honeymoon. Lucky for Domon that Rain still wants to be with him-LOL! I really and truly appreciate all of your reviews.

BlackJokerLady-Thanks! Some men really do go out of their minds when their wives are in labor-LOL! In a future fic I'd like to have some of the Shuffles kids date. It could prove to be interesting.

Namaida-Your story is going so well. I'm looking forward to another update. Thanks for your sweet, wonderful review. Also I wish I knew more on G Force to write you a story, but I'm glad you found GoldAngel2's. And as you would say—Enjoy life!

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SoCalGirl5590-Wow! Thanks for making me feel so good. I'm so glad you enjoyed all that I had the G Gundam characters say.

Starangel100890-I'm glad you enjoyed the birth scene. I'm really enjoying your story and God bless you too.

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Ryan L. Spradling-I'm glad you think what I did was cool in the chapter before the one above. A water birth could be interesting but I don't know much about that. Thanks again!

Cat-I was very happy to hear from you, such a romantic writer. My youngest is six who is into Shrek rather than G Gundam. Actually I have to admit that I love Shrek myself. My oldest daughter, who is twelve, hasn't seen all of the G Gundam episodes but she has seen enough to know who the main characters are. She thinks Sai's a kick.

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Cuz I Can-Thanks for letting me know that you enjoyed the Lamaze scene and you had a good idea for the baby's name. Thanks for saying my work is good but not everyone can feel that way so it's nice to hear it from you.

Gemini-Thanks for reviewing again after the last one disappeared. So sorry to hear about your brother but I'm sure he's watching over you. Your mother sounds like a wonderful, strong person. I have a low tolerance for pain so I'm sure that contributed to the way I felt when I was in labor. Plus, everyone and all pregnancies are different. And though I love my husband, he just got on my nerves looking so happy while I was hurting. I know…shame on me—LOL! Good luck with your novel!

For the question mark person-"Partners Outside of the Gundam" is still on the site. Click on my name and you'll see all of my stories. Thanks!

As always, thanks so much for reading, Jen

NOTE: The next story in this series has been posted 2/19/05-"Shaking Up the Neo-Japan Team".