Chapter Three: The Dream and Daughters Future
Authors Note: Hello, everyone! I'm back! (Even though I never really left XD) I apologize for being somewhat inactive for a couple weeks now. The truth is I was working on a story for Naruto so if you guys can go and check it out, I would really appreciate it and please tell me what you think of it. It's called Twin Jinchurriki's. I want to thank sararoz for following my VK stories. Please leave a review when you're finished.
Yuki P.O.V.
It was shortly after sunset, the birds chirping as they flew to their nests, the wind blowing lightly, causing sand to scatter around the palace. I sat by the window, watching my husband as he sat outside in the rocking chair that was set up under the tree, a bundle of pink blankets in his arms as the baby slept soundly, her pale skin a contrast to the red hair she shared with her brother and sister. I knew when she opened her eyes, they would be hypochromia like her fathers, except her left eye would be yellow and her right would be green.
I stood up and slipped out the door to the garden, watching them from a distance. Nicholas seemed to be at ease, his eyes closed while he held our newborn daughter close to him, a smile on his lips. Pulling my shawl closer around me, I slowly walked over to them, careful not to wake her.
Nicholas opened his eyes and his expression was full of love. I smiled at him and leaned down, lightly brushing my lips against his. "I did not mean to wake you."
Nicholas shook his head, supporting his daughter with one arm while he lifted his other hand and brushed my cheek with his fingertips. "You didn't wake me, love. I knew you were watching and had a feeling you would come out to see us." His eyes darkened for a moment. "Are you sure you should be up right now?"
I knew what he was talking about. There were slight complications with our daughters birth earlier this morning and I was still feeling weak. "I just wanted to make sure both of you were okay." I said, hoping he didn't notice something was wrong.
His eyes narrowed but he didn't say anything. Instead, he stood up, keeping our daughter close to his chest and put his other arm around my shoulders, holding me next to him. I put both my arms around his waist and layed my head on his shoulder as he spoke, his voice quiet. "I'll do anything I can to make sure our daughter doesn't have to deal with the watchful eye of the Senate. I don't want her anywhere near or involved with them." His grip tightened and I knew he felt the same way I did. We wanted our childrens futures to be bright and full of love, not fear and control.
Nicholas P.O.V.
I lay in bed, fully awake, watching my wife while she slept. I could still see the dark circles under her eyes and knew that she had been under a lot of stress these last few weeks. Of course, dealing with the Senate never helps, either. She was curled up against me, her head on my chest. I smiled and ran my fingers through her hair, noticing how peaceful she looked. I carefully moved her head onto the pillows, hoping not to wake her as I stood up and got dressed, dressing casual in jeans and a button up shirt. Not bothering to put shoes on, I slipped out of the room and made my way through the palace.
The walls were painted a dark crimson with mahogany wood floors with ash grey rugs in some of the rooms. I had reached the bottom of the stairs when I felt someone's presence nearby. Actually, I felt the presence of two different people, both purebloods. I followed my instincts and stopped when I reached the doorway to my study. Sitting in the chair across from my desk was Kaname. He looked over his shoulder, his expression concerning me. Standing at the window was a young woman, her red hair tied up into a high ponytail. She turned around and green eyes stared back at me. It was my daughter, Eimi.
"Kaname, Eimi, what is going on?" I asked, leaning against the door frame, my arms crossed.
It was Eimi that spoke, taking me by surprise. "Father, it seems the war has started again."
Kaname must have heard the worry in her voice as well since he stood up and went over to her, placing a hand on her shoulder. "We will make sure they do not come anywhere near you or the rest of our family." He turned to me, his wine colored eyes darkening. "I know you don't want to leave her alone again, but this is urgent."
I ran a hand through my hair, unsure of how to respond. Eimi came over and I noticed we were close to the same height. Her eyes met mine. "I'll watch over mom and let you know how she's doing. If this is something you have to do, then go. We'll be fine here."
"Thank you, sweetheart." I said and hugged my oldest daughter, surprised by how much she's matured over the years. "When your mother wakes, tell her what happened and let her know that I'll return home as fast as I can." With that, I released her and followed Kaname, preparing to defend my kingdom and it's people.
Eimi P.O.V.
It's been several weeks since father and uncle left. I kept my promise to him and had sent my familiars to him with updates on mother and how she's been doing. I finished my daily studies and stood up, stretching. I need to stop sitting still for so long, I thought, my whole body stiff. I was just about to leave my room when I heard a tap, tap coming from my window. Turning around, I saw uncle Kaname's bat familiars. I rushed over and flung the window open, letting them in. They circled around the room as they took the form of their master.
'Uncle, what happened? Where's father?" I didn't bother with a formal greeting when I had a feeling something was wrong. His expression only confirmed it.
"Eimi, your father has been severely wounded. He requested to be put in the crypt here." Kaname said, his voice grimmer than normal.
I didn't know or care if there was anything else he needed to say. All I knew was that I had to get to my mother and fast. Running out of the room, I followed her scent, full on running through the palace until I found her in the parlor, sitting on the couch. She looked up, a smile on her face which quickly fell when she saw my expression. I sat down beside her and took her hands in mine, keeping a tight grip on them as I told her what uncle had said.
Her expression turned to that of orry and horror as she started crying, pulling her hands away from me and resting them on her stomach. It was then that I heard it: a tiny heartbeat. "Mother, are you...pregnant?"
She smiled through her tears and nodded. "I just found out a few days ago. I was waiting until Nicholas returned then I was going to tell him."
I stood up and pulled her to her feet. She didn't question to where we were going as we climbed down the stairs, the double concrete doors to the crypt opening as we approached. In the center rested a marble coffin, the lid leaning up against it with uncle standing a few feet away. "Yuki, I am sorry. He did not see the attack coming." He said.
Mother just shook her head. "Do not worry about it, Kaname. I am hoping he will recover soon." She walked over and knelt down beside father. "Nicholas, I understand you put yourself into the deep sleep. I wanted to tell you when you returned, but I found out I am expecting. With the Senate watching and wanting to control us, I will go into hiding with our unborn child. In a couple of days, I will send one of my familiars to check on you. I love you and we will see each other again, my love." She stood up and nodded. Kaname understood and placed the lid over the coffin, sealing father within. "Eimi, since you are next in line for the throne, it is time we test your abilities. I am going to need you to watch over the kingdom until I return or until your father awakens. Will you be able to do this?"
I nodded. "Yes, mother. I have been watching you and father since I was a young child. I know what to do."
"Thank you. Remember, we love you, princess." Mother kissed my forehead and disappeared with uncle Kaname, the silence left behind by their absence noticable.
Taking a deep breath, I turned on my heel and went back to the upper levels to watch and care for our people. I promise, mother, father, I will do anything I can to protect our land and subjects.