Chapter 22
Author's note: I deeply apologize for not posting sooner, having all my classes online has made it hard to find time to post on this story. I do plan on adding more after this chapter, so please be patient with me!
"Inuyasha."
The hanyou raised an eyebrow, looking over to his mate who was currently slumped in one of their many library chairs. Inuyasha would not normally enter this place, but Sesshomaru required him to understand enough knowledge to pass down to their children. Though normally children were strictly taught by teachers, Inuyasha still wanted to have a hand in their schooling.
"Yes?" Inuyasha finally asked when Sesshomaru didn't continue after calling his name, looking up from his scroll to his mate. He bit back a chuckle when he noticed his mate had fallen asleep, the poor demon exhausted after spending a night alone with their pups. He had wanted to teach them how to transform properly, since they were becoming of age to do so. Inuyasha sighed softly, putting down his scroll and walking over to his mate.
He gently shook him awake, Sesshomaru growling softly in rebuttal. Inuyasha snorted at the reply, moving back some so he wouldn't get hit as he prepared his small attack. Sesshomaru let a very uncharacteristic yelp when he was pushed out of the chair, Inuyasha laughing loudly at the display of his shocked mate. When his mate looked up at him however Inuyasha stopped laughing, cursing softly as he bolted from the library to get to safety.
No place was safe in the castle however, but that didn't mean the hanyou would give up without trying. He bolted towards the garden, passing by some guards who knew the look in his golden eyes. They moved out of the way of the wind that followed, merely shaking their heads as they continued their rounds.
Inuyasha was just about to run to the edge when he was tackled to the ground, crying out in panic as he was pinned down by a growling demon. Inuyasha panted beneath him as his panicked expression turned into a wide grin, the demon above him lowering his weight just slightly above his mate.
"You know they'll see us here," Inuyasha pointed out, Sesshomaru humming as he leaned down and trailed kisses along his throat. Inuyasha squirmed beneath him and whimpered softly, the warmth of his lips and tongue awakening a deep want inside of him. Inuyasha gasped as a wet kiss turned into a sharp bite, grinding his hips up against his mate as his mind fogged slightly with lust.
They were always too tired to do this…
Suddenly cool air pooled around his body and Inuyasha was left on the ground alone, the hanyou blinking as he stared up at the sky. He rose up to his elbows, glaring daggers into the back of his mate.
"Seriously?" Inuyasha spat, irritated at the sudden turn of events. Sesshomaru didn't even look back at him as he continued towards the castle, Inuyasha falling back with a huff. His eyes twitched to the side when he saw a rapidly approaching shadow, the air knocked out of him as his eldest pup jumped onto his chest.
"Mama guess what I did!" Kazuhiko exclaimed, Inuyasha smiling as he wrapped his arms around his son.
"What?" Inuyasha asked, looking over and seeing Takeo and Moriko gathering a handful of flowers with Rin. He relaxed under his pup, listening to him go and on about how he managed to make a flower crown with Rin, and how his was the best. Inuyasha could only nod and laugh at his little story, thoroughly distracted from his mate who seemed to have ran away to get more rest. Normally Inuyasha was a little upset, though he knew Sesshomaru needed the rest this time.
"Did you have fun with papa last night?" Inuyasha asked, Kazuhiko's eyes turning bright as he nodded enthusiastically.
"Will you come with us on the next full moon?" Kazuhiko asked, Inuyasha smiling as he felt a deep yearning to join his pups in the sky. Being a half breed he knew he truly couldn't though it wouldn't hurt to ask Sesshomaru if he would let him ride on his back.
"Mama isn't strong enough to join you," Inuyasha replied, seeing sadness fall over his pup's eyes.
"But I'll ask papa if he can carry me," Inuyasha supplied, Kazuhiko jumping on his chest in his excitement. Inuyasha grabbed him so he wouldn't land to hard on him, but still let his baby jump as he desired.
They were barely babies anymore at this point, as they had just turned fifty the day before. It had been a glorious party, with everybody invited. Inuyasha kept a close eye on his pups however, coming to realize that no matter how old his pups would get, he would always be overprotective.
Especially since they got rid of Lady Katsumi…
Lady Kimi said that her family only wanted peace, though something just didn't seem right with her pack. Though they did not try to harm him in any shape or form, and were rather sweet, something didn't sit well with him. Inuyasha had voiced his suspicions with the demon who agreed, though would do little to figure out more.
The most they could do was make a move.
And seeing as how in the future demons were nonexistent, Inuyasha wondered if maybe this would be the reason why.
500 years was a long time.
Inuyasha sighed softly and pulled his son down on top of him, rolling over and crushing him softly. Kazuhiko screamed in response, his siblings looking up and running over to help their brother. Inuyasha let himself be ganged up by three little bodies, moving quickly and attacking everybody with tickles and kisses.
Rin watched on with a smile, helping Inuyasha when he started to slowly lose the battle. After a long play session, the pups were taken to their sword fighting lesson, Inuyasha nodding to the master who bowed back to him. Fifty years wasn't enough to make people not hate his half breed guts, but it was enough to earn their twisted respect.
Not that Inuyasha cared about their respect.
The hanyou frowned as his mood soured, sighing softly as he headed towards the hot spring to bathe. Though normally he wouldn't mind getting dirty, his kimono had been white, and now it was very obviously a mix of greens and browns.
It would piss off the woman who made his dresses, though he wouldn't apologies for playing with his children. Their aging was slowing down however as they showed more of their demon heritage, so Inuyasha hoped more days of play would come.
Soon they would be of age, and that thought scared him some. Sesshomaru however was very proud of his offspring, and pushed their children to perfection. Inuyasha was always there to point out to them it wouldn't happen, but it didn't stop Kazuhiko from wanting to be his father's favorite.
Kazuhiko worked the hardest in his studies, was amazing with a sword, and was almost as good of a tactical genius as his grandfather. Inuyasha was proud of his son, though he knew he could never pick favorites. Takeo wasn't as bright as his brother, but he was sly and sneaky. He thought quickly on his feet, and though he wasn't as strong as his brother, he always managed to win a few times with split second thinking. However, Inuyasha could probably guess from his blossoming behavior that he would be the one to find it harder to settle down and find a mate.
Not that Inuyasha would force him into that, and he would ensure Sesshomaru didn't push him either.
Moriko on the other hand was cunning and beautiful. Though she favored Inuyasha, Inuyasha knew she would have many offers for a mate. One of the demon lords had already tried to set her up with his son who was a mere fifty years older, though Inuyasha shot it down before Sesshomaru could speak. Inuyasha would not marry her off, as her heart was as wild as her hair. She was a free spirit all right, and Inuyasha would not chain her to some random child.
Besides, her skills with a sword would have probably led to the poor lad having his head separated from his body within seconds.
Inuyasha lifted his chin at that thought, feeling pride swell in his chest at the pups he birthed. He knew he was a mere hanyou, though his pups were strong and capable, and nothing could change that fact. In fact, Inuyasha could probably attest they were stronger than any demon to grace these fertile lands.
He opened the shoji to the bath and walked in, closing it softly behind himself. His pups were not allowed here, as Sesshomaru made it very clear it would be their place of peace. They had their own hot springs connected to their rooms, which they enjoyed immensely. Inuyasha also found it better this way, especially when it meant he could spend more time with his mate.
Sesshomaru spent more time in his study now though…
It was frustrating.
Not that Inuyasha would take it upon himself to berate his mate for doing his job as Lord, but he was sorely tempted. Only his two sons were allowed into his office as of late as Sesshomaru prepared them for their rightful throne as Lords. They were destined to rule the land together, and Inuyasha was glad for it.
He was not to keen on marrying off his daughter, but if it was for love…
Inuyasha closed his eyes as he slipped off his kimono, heading into the second room and letting his muscles relax. He sat down on a rock and cleaned himself thoroughly, laying his ears flat as he poured water over his head. He shook himself after the warm water relaxed his muscles, moving over to the hot spring and slipping into the water.
He was happy.
He opened his eyes when the shoji opened, smelling Sesshomaru's scent. It was strong now so Inuyasha chalked it up to him probably teaching their pups during the sword fighting lessons. He sank lower into the water until it was up to his lips, fighting the urge to blow bubbles and alert his mate of his presence. He watched Sesshomaru clean himself, almost seeming entranced by his body as muscles rippled under pale skin.
He caught his breath at the sight of his scars, the sight of them pooling heat to his groin. Sesshomaru stopped and looked over his shoulder, meeting his mate's eyes. The hunger in his eyes made Inuyasha's blood scream. Sesshomaru didn't pounce him however, merely going back to washing himself.
"You're in heat again, Inuyasha," Sesshomaru whispered, just loud enough for Inuyasha the hear him. The hanyou blushed at the words, looking away. He couldn't tell when he was in heat, as his own was so faint. Sesshomaru had learned to smell it however, avoiding his mate in those times. If not, Inuyasha would have had more than enough of their fifty years together.
Kaede had predicted he would not be fertile anymore years ago. Lying old hag.
Inuyasha decided it was best to not draw further attention to it.
Afterall, he was sure the last thing Sesshomaru wanted was a literal house full of pups.
At least, he hoped.
"Did you see them practice?" Inuyasha asked instead, Sesshomaru nodding before pouring water over his head. He wrung out his hair before moving into the water, merely getting the long strands wet again.
"Kazuhiko is very promising," Sesshomaru replied, keeping his distance from his mate. Inuyasha was almost pained to see his mate staying so far away, but he applauded his mate for his self-control.
It was kind of fun to see the all mighty demon Sesshomaru squirm.
"Takeo needs a bit more practice on his footwork, but he will learn more with time. Moriko on the other hand is possibly the most talented with a blade." Inuyasha's heart swelled at those words, knowing Sesshomaru barely complimented his pups as they trained. He made them work hard for his affections, while Inuyasha gave them openly. The hanyou felt it was a good mix, though he hoped they wouldn't fall into the same pit of sibling jealousy they had previously encountered.
"I almost wish they would grow up faster," Inuyasha sighed, smiling softly as he rose up more in the water. He combed his fingers through his hair, feeling a small shiver run through him.
"But I also wish they'd stayed my pu-Hey!" Inuyasha yelled out in surprise when Sesshomaru was suddenly in front of him, the demon's eyes burning with lust. Inuyasha glared at his mate, closing his legs as he tried to stay calm. Though he would love to have more pups, he really, really did not want to give birth again.
Instead of focusing on possible pregnancy Inuyasha tried to distract his mate enough to slip away, as he knew they'd both probably end up regretting mating and adding more pups to their little pack.
"Sesshomaru, let's wait till they're older," Inuyasha whispered, the demon's eyes misted over as he slid a hand between his closed thighs. Inuyasha gasped when he grabbed his throbbing member, his body shamelessly admitting its need.
Inuyasha gasped when rough scorching kisses were pressed against his throat, his eyes fluttering shut as Sesshomaru kissed and licked a hot trail up to his lips. Inuyasha gasped into the heated kiss, his body arching into the fist encased around it.
Their heated passion was stopped by a knock, Inuyasha taking the chance to try to escape. He got as far as the edge before he was forcibly grabbed and lifted into the dry ground, the water cascading off his body and onto the ground loudly.
"Lord Sesshomaru, your mother calls for you," a voice of the one of the maids called, Inuyasha gasping only to have his moth covered by a hand. Inuyasha panted as Sesshomaru seemed to ignore the girl, placing wet kisses along Inuyasha's shoulder blades. Inuyasha closed his eyes as he shivered in pleasure, though he knew if he didn't get Sesshomaru to leave he would indeed be pupped.
"Sefmaru," he tried to speak through the hand, Sesshomaru growling softly as he reached a hand down to prepare the hanyou. Inuyasha shook away his hand, pushing away from the lustful demon.
"Mom first," Inuyasha ordered, some semblance of control bleeding back into the demons' eyes. The demon never huffed, but Inuyasha could almost hear it as he stood and went over to the shoji. He slammed it open and closed, leaving Inuyasha to try and reign in his own control. He sighed before standing, leaving the room when he sure Sesshomaru had left.
He went to their room and laid down, sighing softly as he tried to get in some much-needed sleep. He knew Kimi would keep Sesshomaru busy, as she was one of the few who could also smell his heat. Normally she would send the demon on a tour of his lands, and make him make sure the land was secure. It was a nice time for Inuyasha to relax and relive his own heat, as Lady Kimi was adamant he pleasured himself regularly.
Not that the hanyou wanted to now.
He just wanted sleep.
He dreamt of his and Kagome's son. He dreamed of how he might look, and wondered if he knew about him. He doubted Kagome would tell his son that, but he dreamed and hoped one day they would meet.
His dream was suddenly ended by something shifting next to him, Inuyasha shooting awake. He felt panic run through him when he realized it was Sesshomaru, the demon having him pinned beneath his body weight.
"What are you doing?" Inuyasha asked, wondering why the hell Kimi didn't send Sesshomaru away this time. He gasped when warm kisses were placed along his neck once again, Sesshomaru's nose tickling him as he searched for the hanyou's sensitive spots.
"I want more," Sesshomaru nearly purred, Inuyasha arching against him when he found one of his sensitive spots. Inuyasha tried to push him away, but instead his fingers grabbed onto him, pulling him closer.
"I love you," Inuyasha whispered, Sesshomaru groaning above him as he lowered more of his weight on his mate. Inuyasha grinded up against him, moaning softly as he felt heat rise into his groin. Inuyasha groaned softly as he led his mate's lips to his own, tasting his spiciness.
"More?" Inuyasha asked as he pulled away, Sesshomaru nodding as he continued their kiss. Inuyasha turned them over, his kiss becoming hungered as sought pleasure.
A few more wouldn't hurt.
Author's note: This second half of the story might end up being one of it's own, since writing this gave me so many more ideas!