Chapter 4: Katsuo's First Shot

"Hey. Am I late?" Inuyasha asks as he walks into the small doctor's office.

"No. Actually, we just got in," Kagome says as she takes off Katsuo's red coat then blue jacket. She takes off his pants too before putting his discarded clothes in the baby bag, leaving him in a white onesie.

Inuyasha grunts as he takes off his chef jacket, revealing a black t-shirt. He takes a seat next to his wife and looks at his son. "What did you guys do this morning?"

"We took a jog and had breakfast with aunt Sango," Kagome says as she puts Katsuo on her shoulder and rubs his back.

"Your car still in the shop?"

"Yes. They said they'll be done tomorrow. Sango dropped us off," Kagome says as a short, older woman walks into the room with a clipboard in her hands.

"Hello you two."

"Hi Kaede," Kagome greets with a smile. Kaede Miyo was a pediatrician that Inuyasha's mother, Izayoi, had recommended for her; she was a friend of the Takahashi family.

"How's the little Katsuo."

"Cranky, he's missing his nap right now," Kagome says with a giggle as she stands up and walks towards the sheet covered examining table. She sits down on it as Kaede takes the stethoscope off from around her neck. Inuyasha sits in the corner of the room and watches as the older woman performed her test on his son.

"You're a good boy," Kaede says with a smile as she writes something down on her clipboard. "A little fussy fellow. Just like his dad."

"Keh," Inuyasha says as he crosses his arms.

Kaede chuckles before looking down at her chart. "So far, everything looks good."

Kaede performs more test on the fussy hanyou before leaving the room and informing them that another nurse would be in to give Katsuo his shots.

"You're such a good boy," Kagome says as she gives Katsuo a kiss on the head while cradling him in the arms. "Even though you tried to kick Kaede in the face for checking on your little toes."

"He's an angry little demon, just like him mama," Inuyasha teases as he crosses his arms.

Kagome sticks out her tongue before focusing on her son. "He's just angry because he didn't have his nap. But when we get home, we both can take a nap together. How's that?" she says she looks down at her son who's looking up at her with wide eyes. He grins, causing drool to run down the corner of his mouth.

"How's mommy been getting some sleep?" Inuyasha asks he leans back.

"She has," Kagome says as she plays with her son's toes. "And she's very grateful that daddy has stepped up."

"Well since daddy stepped up to his daddy's duties. How about mommy get ready to step up to her bedroom duty," Inuyasha states. "Your time for rest is up, mama."

"Mama's ready whenever you are, doggy boy," Kagome challenges with a sly grin. Inuyasha smirks and opens his mouth for a retort when a woman walks into the room.

"Hi guys!"

Kagome looks up to see a woman around their age, with short black hair and black scrubs walking into the room with a blue tray in her hands.

"Hey Eri. I didn't know you were working today," Kagome says as Eri closes the door.

"Yup! I typically work in the morning, so I can go to school at night," Eri states. Eri, was one of Kagome's high school's friend. Right now, she's a nurse, however, she's studying to be a pediatrician.

"That's good for you. We need to get a manicure soon or eat at Yasha's place," Kagome says as Kagome struggles to handle her kicking son. "They have this dessert to die for."

"We do," Eri states as she sets the tray on the corner of the bed. "Can you hold him still? I need to give him his shots."

"I'll do it," Inuyasha says as he stands up and walks over to take Kagome's place. Their son was already active, and he knew he wouldn't be happy getting a shot. Hell, he himself didn't like getting shots.

"Okay, now just lay him down on the table," Eri instructs. Inuyasha does as told while Kagome sits in his seat.

"Hold his upper body," Eri says as Katsuo starts to cry and whimper.

"Hush, son," Inuyasha coos as Eri grabs Katsuo's left leg.

"Okay, on the count of three," Eri says as she grabs the needle. She glances back at Kagome who looks serious, but worried as she sits in her chair. She gives her a small smile before turning back to the already fussy baby.

"Sorry Katsuo," Eri says as she takes the cap off the needle before positioning the needle over Katsuo's thigh. "Okay, one, two, and three."

"Whhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!"

"Oh my gosh!" Kagome gasps as she places her hand over her mouth.

"Awww, it's okay, buddy. It's okay," Inuyasha says as he places kisses over his son's crying face.

"Whhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!"

"Come on little man," Inuyasha encourages as places his head against Katsuo's.

Kagome was about to get up but stops as she sees the interaction between Inuyasha and their son.

"Hey, don't cry," Inuyasha coos as he holds Katsuo's arms. "Daddy's here, buddy. Daddy's here," he repeats as he runs his hand over Katsuo's head and hair. He light scratches his doggy ears while trying to calm down his son. "It's okay. You're okay."

Katsuo's loud cries turn into whimpers as Eri places a Band-Aid on Katsuo's thigh.

"You are such a good boy, Katsuo," Eri coos as tears run down Katsuo's red cheeks. "We just have one more and then you can go home. Sorry about this little man."

"You're doing good buddy. You're so strong, just like your daddy," Inuyasha says with a grin as he kisses his son on the head. He turns his head and looks at Eri who's preparing Katsuo's second shot. "You ready?"

Eri nods as she grabs Katsuo's left leg. "One, two, three."

Kagome winces as Katsuo lets out another ear-breaking screaming. She sighs and stares at the scene in front of her. She couldn't help the small smile that graced her face. After Eri placed another Band-Aid on Katsuo's other leg, Inuyasha had picked him up and is currently walking around the room while rocking him.

"It's over, Katsuo. It's over. Dad's got you. Dad's got you."

'He's such a great father,' she thinks with a smile as she wipes the tear that was about to fall down her cheek.

"You can take off his Band-Aids tonight when you're giving him a bath. But be gentle when washing around the shot," Eri states as Katsuo's cries turn into whimpers. Inuyasha kisses the side of his son's head before walking towards Kagome and taking a seat next to her.

"Will do," Kagome says before leaning over and giving her son a kiss on the head. "You were so brave, my little kat-kat."

"Kaede told me that all his test came back fine; he has a perfect bill of health. If there's any problems or questions, you can call Kaede or our first desk."

"Will do, thanks Eri."

"You're welcome. I'll see you next week for Ayumi's birthday?"

"Yes. Super excited," Kagome states with a grin.

Eri nods and bids the two a farewell before walking out of the room.

Kagome gives Katsuo another kiss on the head causing him to turn his head and look at her.

With a tired and red face, Katsuo stares up at her.

"You are so amazing So-so," She coos as she kisses Katsuo's nose. "Mommy and daddy love you. We love you so so so so so much!"

"You baby him too much," Inuyasha states, causing Kagome to wrinkle her nose before sticking her tongue out at him.

"Oh, shush you," Kagome says as she kisses Katsuo on the head again before she carefully takes him from Inuyasha's arms and starts to dress him.

After Kagome dressed him and they scheduled Katsuo's next appointment, the two walk out the building and towards Inuyasha's car.

"Take a nap So-so. Mommy will feed you when you wake up," Kagome says as she straps Katsuo into the backseat.

Katsuo stares up at her with curious as she checks his straps. She gives him another kiss on the head before closing the door and getting into her side of the car.

Inuyasha's already in his seat, turning on the heat. After turning on the heat, he starts adjusting the radio.

Kagome smiles at him as she puts her seatbelt on. "Inuyasha."

"Hmm?" He asks as he turns to look at his wife only to feel lips touching his. Before he could react, Kagome had pulled away. He stared at her for a second before turning away and starting the car.

"Keh. What was that for, wench?" He asks with a slight blush as he drives out of their parking lot.

"Just because," Kagome says before looking out the window. Inuyasha glances at her before letting out a 'keh' as he drives them to his restaurant for lunch.

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