First Mate First Love

Chapter 13: Out Of The Haze

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Kiba woke. His every muscle ached. He would have groaned if it weren't for the lovely sight of his mate in his arm. They were nestled it the bed sheets and blankets on the floor.

"Neji",

Those beautiful white eyes opened. Kiba ran his fingers through his mate's hair.

"Good morning beautiful", said Kiba.

They closed again. Then he shot up.

"You can speak", said Neji.

"Yes", said Kiba as he nuzzled his mate's neck.

"Thank you for getting rid of the pain", said Kiba.

"You've done the same for me", said Neji.

He channeled his chakra into the chains making them unlock exposing Kiba's beaten wrists and ankles. They walked home.

"It's worse than it looks", said Kiba.

Neji rolled his eyes.

"These have to be cleaned or it will cause an infection", he said.

His voice was calm and cool, but it lacked the hate Kiba feared. They went home.

"Sorry for the damage", said Kiba as they went in.

"It's alright. I'll get Toguchi to repair it", said Neji.

"Heh, that old man helped me build this house", said Kiba.

"It must have been difficult for you", said Neji.

"What?" asked Kiba.

"You had to fight past your instincts and didn't take me when you had an opportune chance", said Neji.

"I made you a promise and I will fight like hell to always keep it no matter what state I'm in", said Kiba.

"Thank you for keeping it", said Neji.

Something drawled Kiba to the kitchen. The smell of lust stained the air, but the wonderful smell was ruined by the scent of distress. It agitated Kiba to no end. He wanted to ask about ask about it, but Akamaru and Shine came running in. Akamaru tackled his master to the floor. Kiba smiled. He couldn't be truly happy. The faded scent of distress still distracted him.

"He's missed you", said Neji.

"I missed him too. Did you take good care of Neji, while I was gone?" asked Kiba.

Akamaru nodded his head proudly. Neji knew Kiba had caught his scent. It didn't surprise him that he able to pick it up so quickly. Kiba had an amazing sense of couldn't meet his husband's gaze. Neji wasn't ready for Kiba to ask those questions. He needed some time.

"Kiba",

His attention left the dogs.

"Shower, then I'll answer your questions", said Neji.

Akamaru followed Kiba into the shower. The hot water felt wonderful against his aching muscles. What caused Neji such fear? He should have been there protecting his mate. When he successfully washed away all the dirt, he left the bathroom. He joined Neji at the kitchen table. Neji took his hands and started tending to his injuries.

"Why were you distressed? I can smell it", said Kiba.

"I wasn't hiding it", said Neji as he continued wrapping Kiba's wrist.

How can he be so calm?! It bothered Kiba. He started fidgeting. Neji took his other hand and started the process over again.

"Who caused it?" he asked.

"Use your nose", said Neji.

Kiba rolled his eyes. He didn't want to play this game, but if he didn't Neji wouldn't give him the answers. Kiba cringed when he caught the scent of the Hyuga Elder.

"Why was he here?" asked Kiba.

"It was a pointless dispute over the inevitable", said Neji.

"Which is?" asked Kiba.

"Children", said Neji.

Kiba had no idea how Neji was keeping such a calm expression.

"You want kids?" asked Kiba.

Neji gave a slight nod.

"I fully understand that my body will give into its urge to bear a child", said Neji.

"You know we'll have um-

"Yes, I know intercourse is required to create a child", said Neji.

That put a smile on his face, but then it faded. There has to be more than that.

"What else did he say?" asked Kiba.

"Nothing unexpected", said Neji.

"Tell me!" growled Kiba.

"He said whatever children we have would be an abomination", said Neji.

Kiba's eyes went wide. How dare that man say such a thing?! His body changed in response to his anger.

"Easy Kiba I need you to keep your sense", said Neji.

He forced down his anger and kept himself focused on the man in front of him.

"I've always dreamed of having a family of my own but feared they would be given the seal. Now I have a chance to one, but I never thought I would be in the position in bearing them", said Neji.

"Would you love them?" asked Kiba.

"With all my heart", said Neji.

Kiba smiled. Yes, he would be a fine bearer of his children.

"Before you get too excited, remember I said eventually", said Neji.

"Eventually is better than never", said Kiba.

Neji gave a small smile.

"Always looking on the bright side aren't you", said Neji.

He watched as Kiba sniffed the air.

"What is it now?" asked Neji.

"I can smell the faded scent of your lust", said Kiba.

Neji avoided his gaze.

"I liked the idea of having your baby", said Neji.

Kiba smiled brightly. Neji didn't want to have just anyone's pup, but he wanted to have his. The day went by smoothly. Before bed, they took the dogs on a walk.

They took a path through the forest. Fireflies flew from flew from the ground. The smell of Spring carried on the soft breeze. The cherry trees were in full bloom.

"Can we stay here for a while?" asked Neji.

Kiba took his hand and led them a weeping cherry tree. Neji smirked. He'd just willing walked into a romantic trap. They sat at the base of the trunk. Neji leaned his head against Kiba's shoulder. His husband wrapped his arm around his shoulder.

"Why me Kiba?" asked Neji.

He frowned.

"That's not what I meant", said Neji.

"What do you mean?" asked Kiba.

"I mean why fall in love with me? I don't understand. I've done nothing to deserve it. Before this, we rarely spoke unless we were assigned to the same mission", said Neji.

"You ask me to define the impossible. I could say something sappy like love is captured in every beautiful memory, a vivid vision of the dream and future plans, but those aren't my words. Those are just some damn poetic lines from one of my mom's romance books. I love you because I know I can't feel this way about anyone else nor do I want to. At this moment and every other I know you are everything I've ever wanted in my life, even if you hate me my love for you will always be unconditional", said Kiba.

Neji's face went hot. He wasn't used to anyone speaking to him like this. From the bond, he knew every one of Kiba's words were true.

"Neji?"

Kiba was confused. Neji's face had gone blank with thought. When he leaned forward to try and find what was wrong, Neji kissed him. He tensed from the shock of the moment. He swiftly joined the kiss. His mate arms tightly around his neck pulling him closer. He felt Neji open their bond. Kiba was in awe of mate. Neji had given in and allowed him closer than anyone else. He pulled away.

"Thank you, Neji for letting me in. I promise you won't regret doing this", said Kiba.

"I know", said Neji.

Kiba nodded. His mate nuzzled closely to his neck.

"Neji, can I kiss you?" asked Kiba.

"Yes", he whispered.

Kiba pulled him closer. He leaned closer to his mate. Neji closed his eyes. Their lips met. Kiba ran his tongue over those soft lips begging for entrance into his mouth. Neji parted his lips. He shoved his tongue into that hot mouth. His senses were overwhelmed with the smell, sounds, and taste of his mate. Neji tightened his grip around his husband as Kiba sucked on his tongue. He gasped into the kiss as Kiba groped his ass. Neji broke the kiss when he felt the large bulge in Kiba's pants.

"Sorry, Neji I'm just got excited. I didn't mean to scare you", said Kiba.

Neji's cheeks grew warm. Kiba wasn't the only one who was excited. His pants had become extremely uncomfortable.

"Kiba, you aren't the only one", said Neji.

He smiled when he saw his mate arousal. Kiba licked his lips. They heard footsteps. He picked up his mate and ran toward their house. Their dogs chased behind them desperately trying to keep up. The door shut behind them. The scent of his mate's lust put his senses into overdrive.

"Neji, what do you want me to do?" asked Kiba.

His face went hot. He knew he didn't want sex but longed for Kiba's touch. Neji didn't know how to ask for it.

"Don't overthink it, my love. Just tell me what you want", he said.

His face went a darker shade of red. Neji let his hair fall into his face.

"Neji", whispered Kiba.

"I'm not ready for sex, but I crave your touch", he said.

"Okay, my love. Tell if you want me to stop", said Kiba.

Neji nodded his head. He moaned when his husband started kissing neck. A shutter went down his back when Kiba's teeth ran over his skin. The gentle kisses traveled further down his neck. Kiba tugged on his shirt. Neji nodded his head and Kiba yanked off his shirt. He locked his jaw as Kiba took his nipple in his mouth and to gently suck.

"Bedroom?" asked Kiba.

Neji nodded his head and let Kiba lead him into the bedroom. He was pushed into bed. Kiba moved on top of him. Neji's finger's clutched the sheets. He didn't know what to expect. His body relaxed as those rough hands moved down his chest. He gasped when he felt Kiba's hot mouth around his nipple. Neji was always sensitive to touch, so this was over stimulation to him.

Both of them were in the after effects of heat. Kiba couldn't do much foreplay. He body needed to satisfy its alpha urges. His arm wrapped around his mate's waist and flipped him over. He started rapidly dry humping Neji's ass. His mate gave into him and put up no resistance. Neji even pushed his hips to meet his. Kiba howled as he came.

He whined. His arousal was starting to hurt. Before he could move Kiba flipped him on his back and started kissing down his chest. He gave an annoyed whine when his husband pulled away. Neji lost all train of thought as Kiba took the head of his arousal in his mouth. He couldn't catch his breath. Kiba's tongue swirled around his shaft. His fingers tangled in his husband's hair. He couldn't stop his hips from bucking.

Kiba couldn't be happier. He loved every sigh and soft moan as he pleasured his mate. Kiba knew Neji wasn't going last much longer. He swallowed. His mate gave a long quiet sigh as he came in. He eagerly swallowed Neji's cum. His mate was perfect in every way. He kissed up Neji's chest and gently kissed those soft lips. The look of pleasure still lingered on his mate's face.

"Beautiful", said Kiba.

He caressed Neji's soft cheek. His mate leaned into his touch. This wasn't fake. The emotions he was sharing through bond were real.

"Thank you for letting me do that", said Kiba.

Neji blushed. He had no idea why Kiba was thanking him. He smiled Kiba. He'd messed up his hair. Neji tried smoothing it with his hand but didn't have much luck. Kiba pulled him close. Neji didn't fight it. He nuzzled closely to Kiba's chest. Morning came too soon. Shine refused to let him rest. He pushed the dog from the bed.

"There's a dog door Shine use it", said Neji as he pushed her away.

The two dogs started barking refusing to allow their masters to sleep. Both of them slowly sat up. Kiba growled and both of the dogs went running out of the room with their tails between their legs. He pushed away a strand of stray hair out of Neji's face.

"Tell me last night wasn't just a wonderful dream", said Kiba.

"It wasn't a dream, but it was wonderful", said Neji before he placed a brief kiss on Kiba's cheek.

Kiba nuzzled Neji's neck and started licking his claim mark. He got up from bed. Kiba whined at the separation.

"I'm sticky and sweaty and I'm going to shower", said Neji.

"You smell wonderful", said Kiba as he pulled his mate back into bed.

"You can have me as close as you want after I shower", said Neji as he got up from bed again.

"I'll keep you to that", said Kiba.

Neji closed the door to the bathroom. He shed his dirty clothes and threw them in the hamper. The hot water felt wonderful on his skin. He gave his body a good scrub and cleaned his hair. Neji turned off the water and wrapped a towel around his waist.

"About time you got out", said Kiba.

Neji blushed when he saw Kiba blatantly looking him over. Kiba licked his lips.

"I don't see why you look at me like that", said Neji.

Kiba pulled him close and started nuzzling his neck.

"Beautiful", whispered Kiba in his ear.

"I need to get dress", said Neji as he pushed away.

"You don't need to", said Kiba.

Neji rolled his eyes. He quickly dressed. They settled down for a peaceful breakfast. Shine and Akamaru came rushing through the door. There was a quiet knock on their door.

"May I come in?" asked a quiet voice.

"Come on in Hinata", said Kiba.

She walked in and took a seat at the table. A smile spread across her lips. Something changed between the couple. Neji allowed Kiba in.

"What brings you here, Hinata?" asked Kiba.

"I hate to spoil things, but I was sent here to deliver missions. Kiba, you have an s-ranked mission on the outer borders of the land of fire. You'll be going with Shino and I. Neji you'll be going with Lee and Tenten on an a-ranked mission", said Hinata.

Kiba gave an annoyed groan. The last thing he wanted to do was be separated from his mate. At least this time he knew his bond was strong enough to handle the long separation.

"I'll be happy to train with you, Hinata. I feel a bit out of practice", said Neji.

"You out of practice", said Hinata.

"I haven't trained in nearly a week", said Neji.

Kiba followed the two of them outside. Before Neji could leave he pulled him into a deep kiss. When he moved his lips away, he saw the faint blush across Neji's face.

"Be back soon", said Kiba.

"I'll have him back by dinner", said Hinata.

Kiba watched as his mate left with Hinata and Shine. Akamaru whined.

"You already want them near too", said Kiba.

He sighed. Might as well get training. Hana is probably free. He couldn't remember the last time he trained with her.

"Come on Akamaru", said Kiba.

Hinata and Neji trained for hours. It was almost eight. He should be getting home soon. Right now he was sitting in front of Hinata's and Naruto's house. Shine rested her head in his lap.

"It's nice to see you and Kiba are getting along. Can I asked what changed?" she said.

"I gave him a chance. How is going with Naruto", said Neji.

"Wonderful", she squealed.

He smiled. Neji was truly happy for his cousin. It was nice seeing her this happy.

"Have you said it yet?" asked Hinata.

"What?" asked Neji.

"I love you", she said.

He tensed. Neji bit his lip. Those words were very powerful. He wasn't good with saying things like that. Neji was sure felt that way about Kiba, but saying those words were a whole different matter.

"You should tell him", said Hinata.

"I haven't said that to anyone since I was a child. It's easy for him. He's such an open person", said Neji.

"You should at least try", said Hinata.

"Maybe", said Neji.

"Do you have any idea when you're going to take the next step?" asked Hinata.

"What next step?" he said as he looked up from his cup of tea.

"Kids", said Hinata.

He just stared at his cousin.

"Maybe in a few years now that I've adjusted to him, but kids are a big step. What about you Naruto?" , asked Neji.

"A few years right now we just need to enjoy each other's company. I would love to have a little girl and boy", said Hinata.

"Two? I've always pictured you having a large family", said Neji.

She smiled. Shine started barking as Naruto came rushing toward the house. The dog calm when she saw the man was no threat to her master. Neji saw that his presence was wanted. Before leaving Hinata gave him a box of rice balls.

"Thanks, Kiba will love these", said Neji.

"Bye", she said.

Shine was nudged her nose against the box.

"These aren't for you", said Neji as he pushed away her nose.

Kiba was waiting for him at the deck. He smiled. Neji took the empty seat on the porch swing. He opened the box and handed Kiba a rice ball.

"Hinata sure can cook", said Kiba as he took a bite.

"She is. Cooking isn't a talent I excel in", said Neji.

"That's alright. I can cook for the both of us", said Kiba.

"You can cook?" said Neji.

"Don't look so shocked. My mom made me learn. I'm perfectly happy cooking for you", said Kiba.

They ate in peace outside. Eventually, the couple went inside. Neji went into the bedroom and changed into a pair of pajama pants. He didn't bother with a shirt. Kiba didn't bother with a shirt either. They were cuddled up on the couch. Neji was using Kiba's chest as a pillow. He was reading one of his favorite books. Kiba was running his fingers through his hair. It was odd seeing Kiba so still, but he seemed perfectly content. His attention was drawn from his book when Kiba took off his forehead protector.

"Can you tell me about your seal?" asked Kiba.

"You already know about it. Why should I repeat myself", said Neji.

He tried taking his forehead protector from his husband's hand. Kiba refused to give it to him.

"Did it hurt?" asked Kiba.

Neji sighed and shut his book.

"Yes, it gives me headaches from time to time. I'm happy it won't be passed down to our children", said Neji.

Kiba smiled at the sound of that. He felt his mate shivering against him.

"They can use it against me if they wanted to", said Neji.

Kiba pulled him even closer. He nuzzled Neji's neck then started licking. His mate relaxed. He knew Neji wouldn't be ready for children for a few years. Maybe if he were extremely lucky his mate would join heat. As long as Neji took the brew before there wouldn't be any risk of him having a child.

"I love you", said Kiba.

Neji smiled, but he couldn't say it back.

"Can you tell me about your mission?" asked Neji.

"It dealing with a clan that defected. They've been rivals with my clan for decades", said Kiba.

"You can't tell me any more than that can you", said Neji.

"Sorry", said Kiba.

"It's alright. I understand", said Neji.

That night Neji kept himself huddled closely to Kiba. Morning came and they were forced to get up for their mission. Neji sighed as he dressed. He followed Kiba outside their house.

"Be careful", said Neji.

"Don't worry I'll come back my love. No one can keep me away from you. You have to do the same. I'll go crazy without you", said Kiba.

He pulled his mate into a deep kiss. Kiba mapped out every inch of Neji's mouth. He even gave Neji's ass a grope for good measure. The kiss left Neji breathless. He gently caressed Neji's face.

"I love you, Neji", said Kiba as he touched their foreheads together.

"Kiba, I-

He couldn't say it.

"It's okay Neji. You might not be able to say it yet, but I can feel it through our bond. That's all that counts. One day you'll be able to say it, but I won't rush you", said Kiba.

They went to their missions.