Chapter 22: Her Name
"Oh! Hello! Merry Christmas!" Izayoi states as she opens the door for her son and his family.
"Hi mom," Inuyasha states as he gives his mother a kiss on the cheek. He walks into the house with his wife and son trailing behind him.
"Merry Christmas, Izzy," Kagome says as she closes the door as Katsuo wraps his arms around her leg.
"Merry Christmas, Kagome. Hi grandma's favorite boy," Izayoi states while bending down. Katsuo giggles as he lets go of his mother's leg and walks towards her.
"I thought I was your favorite boy," Inuyasha states causing Izayoi to wave her hand at him.
"Granma!" He screams as he wraps his arms around her neck. Katsuo's parents chuckle as they watch the scene in front of them.
"And how was your Christmas dear? Did you get a lot of present?" Izayoi asks as she starts to take off his coat.
"He sure did. Santa and Nana Rari got him a lot of toys and clothes that he has to show you. But his favorite gift came from Santa. Show grandma Izzy your new toy," Kagome states as she takes off her coat. Inuyasha quickly helps her take it off before hanging it up. He sets the diaper bag on the floor as he takes his coat off.
"Toyyie?" Katsuo asks as he looks at his mother.
"Yeah, your bear," Kagome states as she points towards the diaper bag. Katsuo walks towards it and looks through it. He screams as he sees his toy; he quickly takes it out and shows his grandmother.
"Wow! This is so cute!" Izayoi coos as she grabs the plush bear. She squeezes it, causing the bear to growl. "It even makes noise. Wow!"
"He really likes it," Inuyasha states as he hangs his coat up.
"It's so cute, but not as cute as you," Izayoi states as she pulls her grandson into a bear hug and kisses his cheek. Katsuo giggles at her actions. Kagome smiles as she places a hand on her stomach as she feels her daughter move.
"Is she being active?" Inuyasha asks as he places a hand on her stomach as well.
"All the time," Kagome tells her. "It feels like she's ready to be out and see everyone."
"Keh. Not yet, princess. You got a few more weeks left," Inuyasha states as he pats Kagome's stomach, earning a kick from Kagome's stomach in response.
"Is everyone here, Izzy?" Kagome asks as Izayoi stands up with Katsuo in her arms.
"Yes. Rin and Sesshomaru just came in a few minutes ago. They had gone to Sessshomaru's mother's house before they stopped by here," Izayoi tells them as she turns and starts walking towards the living room. "Toga is almost done cooking the steaks; the side dishes are ready."
"So, I'm guessing he likes our gift," Kagome states with a smile. They had gotten him an expensive grill for Christmas.
"Oh, he loves it."
"How can dad be outside grilling steaks? It's freezing," Inuyasha states as they walk into the living room. Rin and Sesshomaru were in there watching tv while eating some peanuts.
"You know your father, he loves the cold," Izayoi defends as she sets Katsuo down.
"Hi guys," Kagome says with a smile and wave.
"Kagome! How are you?" Rin asks as she stands up and walks towards the couple. Katsuo runs towards his uncle to show him his toy.
"I'm making it," she jokingly says in response. "This baby is sitting on my bladder, 24/7."
Rin giggles as she hugs her then Inuyasha. "I heard that you guys got your dream house."
"We did! I have to give you a tour of it. It's so beautiful!" Kagome gushes as Rin ushers her to her seat.
"Did Kagome like her presents?" Izayoi asks her son as they stand in the doorway.
"Yeah. Thanks for the help," he says as he scratches the back of his head. He had asked his and Kagome's mother for assistance in finding her a gift. At the end of the day, he ended up getting her a bow and arrow set, a couple of new suits, and a trip to the spa. "You know I'm not good at picking out gifts."
"That I do know," Izayoi says with a giggle. They turn around as they hear heavy footsteps.
"My boy! How are you?" Inu No Taisho loudly says as he claps his hand on Inuyasha's shoulder.
"I'm good," Inuyasha grunts at the pressure of his father's hand. Inu No Taisho smiles at his son and ruffles his hair before looking into the living room. "Katsuo!"
Katsuo takes his face out of Sesshomaru's mokomoko and turns around. "Grand-pa!" He shouts as he crawls over his mother and towards the end of the couch.
Inu No Taisho chuckles as he walks around his wife and son in order to stand in front of his grandson. "And how are you my boy? Are you having a good Christmas?"
Katsuo nods his head as his grandfather picks him up.
"Did you get a lot of toys?"
"Toyyie!" He shouts as he points to the stuffed bear his mother has on her stomach.
"He's so good with him," Izayoi mumbles to herself as she places her hand on her chest.
"Yeah," Inuyasha states as his father takes a seat next to his wife.
"All those years. I shoul-"
"Mom, leave it in the past," Inuyasha says as he wraps his arm around her shoulders. "Okay? Dad's here and with us now."
Izayoi looks up at her son, the son that she grew to be a strong and caring man. She was so proud of him. She gives him a small smile and nods. "You're right honey."
"Toga, are the steaks done?" She asks as Inu No Taisho lifts Katsuo into the air.
"Yes. They're in the kitchen."
"Well, let's eat!"
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Two Hours Later
After enjoying a well-cooked dinner, the family of seven relax in the living room with their dessert. When they finished their dessert then would then pass out and unwrap their presents.
"Kat, give this to grandma," Kagome says as she hands her son a long, rectangular box. Katsuo grabs the box and stares at it before grabbing it. He turns around and walks towards his grandmother. Once he hands it to her, he starts to unwrap it.
"Kat. No, that's grandma's present," Kagome says with a giggle as her son runs his claws over the green and red wrapping paper. "He really likes opening presents," she states, giving Izayoi an apologetic look.
"It's fine, dear. Thank you, Kat," Izayoi says as she gives her grandson a kiss on the head. Katsuo smiles up at her before sitting on his butt and staring up at her. Izayoi smiles at her grandson before opening the box.
"Awww! This is too cute!" Izayoi coos as she pulls out a pink shirt that says, 'The World's Best Grandma!' in white lettering.
"I was hoping that you and mom can wear that at my baby shower," Kagome says with a smile. "Or when this little bundle of joy is born," she says gesturing towards her stomach.
"I would love too!"
Kagome giggles at her before picking up her empty bowl. "Well, before we open up anymore presents, I'm going to get some more off this bread pudding, it's really good," she states as she pushes herself to the edge of the couch before pushing herself up to stand up. Inuyasha watches her stand up before following after her. Inu No Taisho stares at the two before smiling at the family. "He's like her guard dog."
Kagome walks into the kitchen and sets her bowl on the island before walking towards the counter and grabbing the pan of bread pudding. She starts scooping some bread pudding out of the pan and placing it in her bowl when her husband walks into the kitchen, carrying a small box.
"Having a good Christmas?" She asks as she places more food in her bowl.
"It's okay," he responds with a shrug as he walks towards her and places an arm around her waist. "Thanks for my present."
"I'm glad you liked the chef's coat," Kagome says as he places his chin on her shoulder. "Thanks for my presents as well. I can't wait to visit the spa. I'm tired of being pregnant."
Inuyasha chuckles at her statement. "You're almost done. Just wait a few more weeks."
"I'm trying," she whines, causing Inuyasha to chuckle. He kisses the side of her neck before moving away from her.
"Here," he says as he hands Kagome the red velvet rectangular box with a black bow wrapped around it.
"Inuyasha, aww! I thought we were done giving each other presents," Kagome states as she grabs the box.
"Well, it's a gift for the both of us. It's something that we've been talking about for weeks," Inuyasha explains. "When we were watching old home videos the other day, it kinda came to me; I just had to do this and give you this gift." Kagome raises a brow as she looks at him before looking down at the box. She pulls the bow off the box and sets it on the marble island. She looks at her husband who's looking at her with bright eyes. A small smile forms on her face as she sees the huge grin on his face.
She looks down and opens the box. She raises a brow as she sees five different colored beads on an orange string that was tied together to form a bracelet. It was so small and short that it would barely wrap around her wrist. She looks at her husband with a confused look on her face. "Inuyasha, what is this?"
"Read the letters off," Inuyasha enthusiastically says.
Kagome brings the bracelet close to her face and reads the letters off the bracelet. "I.N.U.M.E. What does that mean?" She asks as she looks at her husband. Inuyasha's face drops at the blank look on Kagome's face.
"You don't like it?" He asks, disappointment embedded deep into his voice.
"Like what?" Kagome asks. "The name? It's very cute. A perfect mixture of ours names."
Inuyasha patiently waits for Kagome to fully grasps his surprise.
'There it is,' Inuyasha thinks with a smirk as Kagome's eyes widen and her mouth forms in the shape of an 'o'.
"That's, that's, that's the baby's name! That's our daughter's name! Our daughter's name is Inume! Eyyyyyye!"
Inuyasha chuckles at Kagome's excited displays of action. She claps her hands as she continues to squeal.
"I love it! I love it!" Kagome says with a happy nod. She looks at her husband and smiles at him. "And I love you so much!" she squeals as she wraps her arms around her husband's neck. Inuyasha smiles as he hugs her back.
"Love you too wench. Merry Christmas."
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A/N:
Merry Christmas! I hope everyone had a joyful and safe Christmas! Here's a short Christmas themed chapter for ya'll. A gift from me to you! ^-^.
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Responses to reviewers from Chapter 21:
Hive-chan: I'm glad they got their dream house as well. I want the best for our favorite couple. I'm glad that you liked the chapter. I'm glad that I'm back too! And that was my favorite part too… Inuyasha and Kagome arguing/insulting each other trees but ending up choosing the tree that they didn't like in order to please their son. Katsuo is cute. I love how I write him sometimes! And Katsuo is less than 2 but older than 1 and ½ I believe. I think Kagome was around 2 months pregnant when Katsuo turned 1. I'll count and get back to you on the correct answer. Happy holidays! And thank you for reviewing!
Susu-Anon: Yes! I'm back… for now! Lol. Inuyasha is a very dramatic half-demon. Like Inuyasha, chill! But Inuyasha will always have love for his son. Thanks for the review! And happy holidays!
WildHeart44: True, like Katsuo, let your sister have some milky. ^0^. Hopefully I'll write down and remember to write a chapter about Sesshomaru taking care of his niece and nephew. I can't wait for their baby girl to be born too! She might be born in the next chapter or in the next two chapters… Baby Inume is coming, ya'll! And happy holidays as well. Thank you for your review!
Youkai55: Lol. Who knew that picking out a tree could be so hard?! Well when it involves those two, deciding anything is hard. ^0^. Katsuo is always cute…that's his job. Lol. Thanks for the review. And happy holidays to you as well!
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