First Mate First Love

Chapter 12: Transitions' Temptation

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Kiba watched his mate sleeping in his arms. It was the most beautiful sight he's seen. He burrowed his nose into Neji's soft silken hair. Horrible cramping spread over his body. SHIT! This was the startings of heat. Neji lay defenselessly in his arms. Just the sight stirred his alpha instincts. He wanted to breed and fuck his mate senseless. Kiba shook his head. No, he wouldn't do that to Neji again! He forced himself from their bed.

"Kiba?" asked his mate as slowly sat up.

That sleepy voice sent a wonderful shutter through him. He sunk his claws into the doorframe.

"Sleep, I'll be back soon", said Kiba.

He didn't leave until Neji was in a deep sleep. Kiba found himself stalking toward the bed. NO, I'M NOT DOING THIS TO HIM AGAIN! He sent himself flying out of the room.

Tsume jumped when she heard the front doors of her house crash open. Her son stood at the doorway. Kiba was leaning heavily against the wall. His body was shaking and his skin was coated in sweat.

"Mom",

"Hana!" she called.

"Yes mom", she answered.

Kiba fell forward. They ran forward and grabbed him by the arms. He snarled loudly bearing his teeth. Together they dragged him into the basement. Hana and her three dogs could barely keep Kiba down. Kuromaru joined the effort. There was a loud clunk as the shackles shut around Kiba's ankles and wrist. Hana and the dogs jumped away. Kiba lunged forward but stopped by the chain. He tugged desperately at them.

"Boy, don't waste your breath. Those chains are made for this", said Tsume.

He snarled and came at her. She wasn't offended by her youngest child's actions. Right now his mind was focused on two things, which were protecting and breeding his mate. She was the same way with his father. Her and Hana walked up the step and locked the basement door behind them.

"This is what's best for him", said Tsume.

"I know, but I can't help feeling bad for him", said Hana.

"Pitying will do nothing", said Tsume.

Kiba circled angrily around his cell. His chains dragged against the floor. A breeze came in through the small barred window. It carried Neji's scent. The smell made his mouth water. He slammed against the wall.

Eventually, he settled down on the cool floor. He spread out on the cool floor against his heated skin. Kiba couldn't sleep. He waited for his mate's call.

Neji woke from a great sleep. His mate's strong powerful scent clung in the air. Mate? He shook off the thought. Where was his husband? For some reason, he knew Kiba wasn't in their house. In the pit of his stomach, he felt unsafe knowing Kiba wasn't close. He's a powerful jonin he didn't need Kiba's protection. Why did he want it was the question? He dressed and got out bed.

"Shine", he called.

Normally Shine would come galloping through the door, whenever he called her.

"Shine?"

Whimpering came from the closet. Shine was hidden under a pile of clothes. Only her stubby tail could be seen.

"What's wrong?" he asked.

Shine jumped into his arms and started licking his face. She shook in his arms.

"You're too big for this", said Neji.

The dog finally moved from his arms. Neji stripped the bed. The sheets smelled of last night's activities. He threw them into the laundry basket. He wasn't in the mood for doing laundry, so he left the basket near the machine. As he walked into, he saw long jagged claw marks along the wall. What happened? His fingers traced along the marks. Did Kiba do this? What happened last night? The front door was open. It fell to the floor when he touched it. He sighed. This was just another thing he had to do. He leaned the door against the outside wall. Neji was surprised when he saw Akamaru walking toward the house alone with his tail between his legs.

"Akamaru?"

The normally happy dog was depressed. Neji tried to best to comfort Akamaru.

"Where's Kiba?" he asked.

Kiba followed the dog's gaze to the main house. There was a slight urge to see his mate like he should be with him. He shook away the thought.

"You must be hungry", said Neji as scratched Akamaru behind the ear.

The two dogs followed him back to the house. They each took a few bites before abandoning the meal. Something was wrong. It didn't seem to be physical. Both of them seemed depressed.

When it was clear neither of the dogs were going to eat, Neji threw it away. Shine and Akamaru huddled closely to each other. They seemed to take great comfort in each other. Watching them made him feel lonely. There was a knock on the door frame. It was Tsume and Kuromaru.

"Come in", said Neji.

As soon as Kuromaru came in he shoved his nose between Neji's legs. His face went hot.

"KUROMARU!" yelled Tsume.

She pulled Kuromaru away.

"Outside you perverted old dog", said Tsume.

The old dog gave a loud whine but did as his master told.

"Do you know what's wrong with Shine and Akamaru?" asked Neji.

"This is their reaction to this time. Give them today and they should be back to normal", said Tsume.

"What's this time?" asked Neji.

Did the dogs normally go to vet at this time? Pulling teeth was easier than taking Akamaru to the vet. Last time it took both Kiba and him to large dog.

"Kiba is in heat", said Tsume.

Neji tensed.

"There's nothing to be afraid. He is chained down and won't be able to hurt you. You are also going into a change", said Tsume.

"More changes?"

He was male that was physically capable of bearing children. How many more changes could he possibly go through before he was no longer himself?

"Yes, you're in season. As you can see it's having an effect on even Kuromaru. It won't only have an effect on dogs, but humans too. So it will be best for you to stay on our territory for the time being", said Tsume.

"Are there any other side effects I should worry about?" asked Neji.

"You'll be a bit moody and might put on some weight", said Tsume.

"That's just great", muttered Neji.

Tsume squeezed his hand

"Why does me going into season affect the dogs? I found Shine hidden in my closet under a pile of clothes", said Neji.

"You going into season doesn't affect them. Akamaru might become protective over you especially when other males are around you. They are more reacting to Kiba going into heat. Instead of seeing Akamaru as a friend he sees him as a rival. Shine sees him as a terrifying alpha", said Tsume.

"Will Kiba be okay?" asked Neji.

Tsume smile. Neji actually cares for her son.

"He's going to be okay, but he's going be in pain. Will you think about visiting him? It will help ease him through the process. I won't force you, but I need something to help Kiba calm down. I can't have him smashing against the wall", said Tsume.

"Like what?" asked Neji.

"Those bed sheets", said Tsume.

Neji's face went red.

"There's no need to be embarrassed. What you two did last night was only natural", said Tsume.

Tsume took the basket.

"Thank you. This should help him out", she said.

Neji nodded his head.

"I have a friend that can fix your door. I'll send him over later today", said Tsume.

"Thanks", said Neji.

Tsume returned to the main house with the sheets and blankets in hand. When she went in the basement and saw her son struggling to sleep on the floor. He would sleep most of the morning and at night he'd be active. That's unless his mate was in the mood or if Kiba sensed Neji was in danger.

Kiba woke when a wonderful scent hit his nose. There was a basket filled with blankets and sheets that smell of him and his mate. He made a bed from the blankets. Tsume watched as her son quickly fall asleep. She kneeled down beside him and ran her fingers through his hair.

"Don't worry he'll come around one day and love you just as much as you love him. Soon you'll have a pup of your own to protect and love", said Tsume

Neji sat on the couch. Akamaru and Shine rested only the floor near him. There was a knock on the door. Both dogs barking.

"Hello is a Neji?" asked a deep voice.

He walked to the doorway. A man stood on his porch. Two bulldogs were at his side.

"I'm Toguchi. Tsume told me told me I needed to fix your door", he said.

Akamaru came to Neji's side. He didn't like another man near his master mate. Neji tried calming him down. Akamaru's snarls only grew louder.

"I'm sorry about this Akamaru never acts this way", said Neji.

"No need to apologize. I've seen this all before", said Toguchi.

"How long have you known, Tsume?" asked Neji.

"Many years. The Inuzuka temper has kept me in good business", said Toguchi.

Toguchi quickly fixed to the damage.

"This one is free", he said before leaving.

Akamaru returned to his mild-mannered self as soon as Toguchi was out of sight. Neji decided to walk around the territory. He made sure to avoid the kennels. The dogs would start yowling if he came near. When he made it back to the house, his cousin was waiting for him on the porch swing.

"Hello cousin", she said.

"Leave Hanabi",

"Grandfather wants to see you", she said.

"I don't want to see him. Now get off my clan's land before I send the dogs after you", said Neji.

Akamaru and Shine wagged their tails. They both approved of the idea. The dogs took a few steps forward.

"Or maybe I should finally take care of you myself", said Neji.

"You've finally grown a backbone", said Hanabi.

"Leave!" snarled Neji.

Shine and Akamaru started growling.

"Fine cousin you win", said Hanabi.

She disappeared. Did he really just say that? His grandfather would kill him, but right now he didn't care. He enjoyed the rest of his day. It wasn't anything permanent, but it was better than nothing. He was enjoying reading on the couch when a knock interrupted him. Again Akamaru's sweet personality changed to the violet. His grandfather was at the door. Neji instantly went uneasy. He allowed his grandfather in.

"Where's your mutt?" he asked.

"He's away", said Neji.

Neji's hands fisted.

"So I shouldn't be expecting a great-grandchild from you", said the Hyuga Elder.

Neji couldn't help putting his hand over his stomach. Now he wasn't ready for children. In a few years maybe. Was he really thinking about having Kiba's children? They would be cute, though. Especially, if they had Kiba's wonderful smile. Kiba would be a wonderful father. Fiercely protective, loving, gentle, strong, and caring those were all the aspects people look for in the father of their children. He shook his head. He was actually considering it. Neji felt a wetness between his legs. His face went pink.

"You're thinking about it aren't", said the Hyuga Elder.

"What are you talking about?" asked Neji.

"Don't play coy boy you know exactly what I'm talking about. You're planning on having his children", said the Hyuga Elder.

"He's my husband that's what I'm supposed to be thinking about", said Neji.

"Whatever children you have with that man would be an abomination", said the Elder Hyuga.

That hurt. Why did it hurt? These children didn't even exist and yet the idea of someone insulting them hurt him.

"You shouldn't even take it into consideration", said the Hyuga Elder before leaving.

Tsume was enjoying one of her guilty pleasure books when the sound of Kiba thrashing in the basement disturb her. She put down her book and went to the basement door. From the door, she could clearly hear Kiba's snarls. She went down the stairs. Her son was throwing himself against the walls trying to break free.

"Neji",

Kiba stared at her. He whimpered.

"I'll check", said Tsume.

She rushed out of the room and to Kiba's house. When she got there, Neji seemed fine. She had no idea how Kiba was able to read him.

"Tsume, I wasn't expecting a visit", said Neji.

"You okay?" she asked.

"I'm fine my grandfather came to visit", said Neji.

That explains why Kiba is so distressed. She hugged the boy. Neji tensed, but quickly relaxed in the embrace. It was nice.

"I want you to try to relax. Don't think about those who cause you such pain", said Tsume.

"I'll try", said Neji.

She pulled away from them.

"They aren't the only family you have", said Tsume.

"I know. Thanks for checking up on me", said Neji.

"No problem", said Tsume before leaving.

Neji distracted himself. He wished he could go outside of the territory. Eventually, night came. He asked Tsume to pick him some book up from the library. All Tsume's books were either about dogs or cheesy romance stories. He made himself comfortable in bed. It felt empty even with Akamaru and Shine with him. He closed his book and sleep slowly took over. Late at night, horrible howls woke him from his sleep. Kiba was calling for him. Part of him pulled toward it. He could ignore it.

"Kiba",

Akamaru started whining.

"I'm sure he's fine", said Neji as he scratched behind the dog's ear.

Akamaru licked his cheek.

"You're a great dog", said Neji.

Kiba was going insane. His body ached for his mate. The blankets weren't enough. More! He needed more! Why wasn't Neji answering his calls? He so desperately wanted him. Kiba took out his aggression on his surroundings.

Kiba's cries for him kept Neji up for four days straight. Even without Kiba's howls, he was having difficulty sleeping. Every time he managed to sleep he was plagued with some of the most embarrassing and pleasurable dreams he'd ever experienced. dreams he'd ever had. Most included Kiba on top of him. Neji shook the thought from his mind and continued getting ready for bed. It was only eight at night, but it felt so much later. At nine thirty right on cue, Kiba started howling. Neji felt like banging his head against the wall. Shine and Akamaru were staring at him.

"Only three more days. Then this whole ordeal is over", said Neji.

By some miracle, he managed to fall asleep. Then a particularly loud and desperate howl disturbed Neji's sleep. That's it! He dressed and walked out. Neji desperately needed sleep.

Tsume and Hana were miserable. Neji wasn't the only one lacking in sleep because of Kiba's cries. Hana sat at the kitchen table rubbing her temples. Her mother came up from the basement with a full plate of food again.

"He still hasn't eaten?" asked Hana.

"Not even a bite", said Tsume.

"Will that change?" asked Hana.

"Not until a more primal urge is satisfied", said Tsume.

Hana cringed. It was so wrong hearing her mother talk of sex in any way.

"Was father like that during this time?" asked Hana.

Tsume tensed. It wasn't often she had the chance to talk of her husband.

"Born alphas are different from turned alphas. Kiba is far more aggressive than your father ever was. They also have a primal strength that turned alphas lack. That could be seen as a bad or good ", said Tsume.

"So he wasn't like that", said Hana.

"No, he was sweet and gentle, but he could still provide the primal pleasure I wanted", said Tsume.

Hana nearly gagged.

"Why can't he figured out that Neji won't join him?" she asked.

"The alpha mind doesn't factor that in. You'll have a better understanding of this when you have an alpha of your own", said Tsume.

"None of that matters, though", said Hana.

"True, it doesn't matter. He made the right choice in choosing not force an unready mate into having children", said Tsume.

Kiba howled.

"I swear if he doesn't shut I'll muzzle him!" growled Hana.

"Good luck", said Tsume.

Tsume laughed.

"If they were together we'd be greeted whole different kind of sound.

They both turned when they heard the front door opened. It was Neji. His hair was down and he wasn't wearing his forehead protector. Neither of them had seen him like that. Neji didn't seem to know what to say.

"He's downstairs", said Tsume.

Kiba tugged desperately at his chains. They didn't budge. He growled loudly. Then he caught a faint scent. NEJI! Kiba threw back his head and howled on the top of his lungs. When his mate didn't come, he started thrashing wildly against his chains.

Neji walked to a heavy wooden door. Part of him was scared. The last time Kiba was in this state Neji was forced into the most vulnerable position he'd ever been in. He finally opened the door. Neji was hit by Kiba's powerful lust. He was tempted to back away and return to the safety of his home.

No, he wouldn't allow this to scare him. The most wonderful scent touched his nose. It was coming closer and closer. Then he saw the most beautiful being on earth his mate. He lunged forward. The chains prevented him from pouncing on his mate. HE SO DAMN CLOSE! Another powerful scent hit his nose. It took a few seconds for his hazy mind to register the scent. It's fear and it was coming off his mate.

Kiba searched for the cause of him mate's fear. He would destroy the person who caused it. As he turned to face his mate Neji took a step backward. Why does he want to flee? He tried moving forward, but that only made his mate step away again. Then it registered Neji was afraid of him. His mate was terrified of him. He fell to his knees. He went to his side and then rolled onto his back. Kiba exposed his neck. He let a pitiful whine. This was the least alpha action he could do. He wanted to look as non-threatening as possible.

Kiba was trying. Neji understood how difficult this was for him. He stepped closer. Neji looked over his husband. Kiba was tired. He was shirtless and his pants were shredded. His skin shone with sweat. The man's muscular chest was heaving. Neji face turned hot.

Kiba sensed his mate attraction. He licked his lips. That earned him a spiteful gaze. He lowered his gaze.

"Kiba",

He sat up. That gave Neji a beautiful view into the deep warm ebony eyes.

"Do you understand me?" asked Neji.

Kiba tilted his head to the side in confusion. Neji couldn't deny that it was cute. He ran his fingers through Kiba's hair. A bright smiled appeared on his face at the brief contact. Kiba whined when it stopped. Neji sighed. There was only one for him to communicate with Kiba when he was like this. He opened their bond.

A wave unrestrained emotions came off his mate. It was extremely complicated mass of feelings, which was difficult for Kiba to understand. He wanted to help his mate so badly. Kiba searched Neji's face trying to find any hint of how to help him. He gave loud whine as a plea for a hint of to help.

Neji gave up on trying to communicate. He sat near his husband. Kiba rested his head on his lap. He didn't mind. The closeness relaxed his body and seemed to do a great deal for Kiba. He ran his fingers through Kiba's hair. His husband gave a content sigh. This was the first real look he had at Kiba's restraints. There was a shackle around each of his limbs. His ankles and wrists were raw.

He took Kiba's hand in his. Neji was amazed at just how large Kiba's hand was. He looked over the rest of Kiba's body. Had he always been this big? He had to be at least 6'1. Neji groaned when Kiba licked his cheek. He was different. The state Kiba was in now was completely different from the one during the incident. He seemed more like a dog than a beast.

Kiba whined loudly when he lost contact with Neji's hand. He gave a loud happy sigh when his mate started running his fingers through his hair. There was no fearful scent coming off Neji. He closed eyes. They opened a few minutes later when Neji stopped. He smirked when he saw his mate was asleep. Kiba moved the sleeping beauty close. He moved his omega, so he was safely tucked away in his arms.

In the morning Neji was in a completely different position. He was nestled closely to Kiba. He had no idea what time it was. Neji sighed when he felt his Kiba's warm breath against his neck. He nuzzled closer. Neji didn't even tense when Kiba pulled him closer and started licking his neck. A plate shattered on the floor. Tsume was staring at the two of them. Neji tried hiding his face in the crook of Kiba's neck. She laughed.

"There's no reason to be embarrassed maybe you can get him eat something", said Tsume before she walked upstairs.

Neji pulled away from Kiba but was only tugged closer by his husband.

"Let go", said Neji in a stern voice.

Kiba looked with some of the cutest puppy dog eyes he'd seen. Eventually, he got his husband to let go. Tsume returned with two plates of food.

"You two don't get used to this. I'm not a waitress", said Tsume.

Kiba paid her no mind. He was too distracted playing with a strand of his mate's hair.

"Thank you", said Neji.

"You've turned a raging beast into a puppy", said Tsume.

"I'll try and get him to eat something", said Neji.

"Good luck with that he seems distracted", said Tsume as she left.

"Kiba you should eat. You've gone almost a week without eating", said Neji.

Kiba's attention was focused on a strand of his hair. Maybe he followed him if he ate first. Kiba smiled when he saw his mate eating. He noticed the slight amount of weight his mate had gained. Kiba pushed his plate toward Neji. He pushed the plate back over to him. Every day for the rest of Kiba's heat Neji stayed besides him.