First Mate First Love
Chapter 24: Pride
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Neji woke suddenly. He scrambled out of bed and into the bathroom. Neji threw up. Thankfully, he made it to the toilet just in time. Puke was in hair. All that high protein fatty food was coming back to bite him. He turned on the shower. As he waited for the water warm he wiped his mouth and brush his teeth. Finally, he could wash away the seed and sweat that had built up over the week. Neji took his time in the shower. He didn't care if used up all the hot water. If Kiba wanted a hot shower he should have woken up earlier. He got out when the water grew cold.
He wrapped a towel around his waist. Neji walked to their bedroom. He put on a fresh pair of boxers and pants. His husband lay in deep sleep. Kiba was snoring and there was a smile on his face. He smirked. It wouldn't surprise him if Kiba slept for two days straight. The idea made him frown. He shook the thought from his mind. For the first time, he noticed the cracks in the wall behind the bed. Was Kiba really that rough with him? He went into the kitchen and made himself some toast. His stomach gave a painful grumble. He sped toward the bathroom again.
"What's wrong with me?"
He must have caught something. Yes, that's it he's sick. Who could he have gotten from? He took a hair tie from one of the bathroom drawers. Neji put his hair up in a messy bun and pushed his bangs behind his ears. Another wave of nausea hit him. He knew it was just the start of his hell. He made himself as comfortable as he could on the bathroom floor. Neji smiled when Shine joined him. His loyal friend licked his cheek. He knew the dog was worried for him.
"I'm okay girl just a little sick that's all", said Neji.
Akamaru woke from his sleep. It was finally over. He could finally see Kiba! Keeper trotted lazily over to his side. Akamaru was excited to see whether or not Kiba had knocked up Neji. The two of them went through the doggy door. The smell of mating hung heavily in the air. He followed Shine's scent into the bathroom. She was resting on the floor next to Neji who was leaning over the toilet. It was obvious Neji wasn't well. An alpha should be with his omega when he wasn't well. He ran out of the bathroom and pounced on his master. He barked in Kiba's ear. That earned a loud groan from Kiba.
"What the hell Akamaru?!" he growled.
He shut his eyes again. This earned a growl from Akamaru. He woke when his friend pounced him again. This time the bed frame succumb to the massive strain it suffered over the past week.
"I'm up", grumbled Kiba.
A soft whine from bathroom shot him out of his haze of sleep.
"NEJI!"
He rushed into the bathroom. Kiba nearly had a panic attack, when he saw Neji laying on the floor. He pulled his mate close. Kiba nuzzled against his beloved.
"Neji",
Those white eyes slowly opened. Kiba gave a sigh of pure relief. His mate is healthy and safe.
"Why were you on the ground?" he asked.
"Not feeling well", said Neji.
"Why are you wearing your hair like that?" asked Kiba.
Neji almost never wore his hair up. His question was answered when Neji hurled. Kiba pressed nose against Neji's neck. His scent changed. A wide smile appeared on his face.
"What are you smiling at? I don't find anything funny about this", growled Neji.
"I told you I could get you pregnant", said Kiba.
He stared at Kiba in pure disbelief.
"That doesn't make sense. It takes weeks for the symptoms of a pregnancy to show", said Neji.
"The signs show extremely early in clans like ours. This is morning sickness", said Kiba.
He gulped. If what Kiba said was true that meant nine months of mornings sickness, mood swings, and cravings.
"How can you be sure?" asked Neji.
"I can smell it. There's a small chance my nose could be wrong. There's one way we can be one hundred percent sure", said Kiba.
"And what is that?" asked Neji.
He wanted to be sure. Part of him was terrified at the idea of being with child the other part was excited. He sent an annoyed glared at Kiba, when he gave him a pregnancy test.
"Easy Neji", said Kiba.
He backed away when he saw Neji's eyebrow twitching.
"If I'm going to do this you are leaving. I refused to do this in front of you", said Neji as he pushed Kiba out of the bathroom.
He sat down on the toilet. Never in his life did he think he would be peeing on a stick to see if he were pregnant. He pulled up his pants and waited for results. Neji smiled when he saw two pink lines.
"Positive", he whispered.
He slid to the floor and put his hand over his stomach. A life was growing within him. In nine months time they would have they would have a son or daughter. It would be a massive change in their life. Was he ready for this? He got up from the floor.
Kiba waited nervously outside. There was a chance his nose could be wrong, even if it were only a five percent chance. He so wanted to give Neji a baby. Kiba paced outside of the bathroom. What was taking so long? He bit his lip. The door finally opened.
"So?" asked Kiba.
Neji gave him no answer but handed him the test. POSITIVE! He wrapped his arms around Neji pulling him close. Kiba shoved his tongue into Neji's mouth and kissed him for all he's worth. He pulled away from his husband. Kiba couldn't be more proud of his mate. Neji was carrying his pup. He kissed Neji's stomach.
"Hello, little one. I can't wait to meet you", said Kiba.
"You know it can't hear. It's only a tiny speck right now", said Neji.
"True, but I love it already and want to protect both of you", said Kiba.
Neji smiled. Kiba words were so tender. His eyes started watering. Damn it his hormones were acting up!
"You will make a wonderful papa, Neji", said Kiba.
He blushed.
"Kiba", said Neji.
The first week was the riskiest time of the pregnancy. He would have to keep a close eye on Neji. He didn't want to lose their child. His nerves hit. He's going to be a father.
"What with that look?" asked Neji.
"Nothing", said Kiba.
"Why are you lying to me?" asked Neji.
Kiba couldn't help being annoyed at how easily Neji could read him. Neji's worry hit him. He hugged his mate close.
"Shh, you mustn't worry yourself", said Kiba.
"Tell me what's wrong. If you don't it will only worry me more", said Neji.
"The first week is the riskiest time. So I want you to take it easy. Don't do anything straining", said Kiba.
"What happens if I don't?" asked Neji.
"We might lose it", said Kiba.
Neji tensed. That idea terrified him. Even though their baby was just a little dot inside him he loved it. He placed his hand protectively over his stomach.
"I won't do anything straining I promise", said Neji.
Neji took notice of their bed.
"What happened?" asked Neji.
"After the week we had is it a surprise that it finally gave way? Wait until you see the kitchen table" asked Kiba.
"What happened to the kitchen table?" he asked.
"You'll see for yourself. How are you feeling?" asked Kiba.
"Hungry", said Neji.
"I'll make something to eat", said Kiba.
"No, you're going to shower. You stink", said Neji.
While Kiba was in the bathroom he stripped the mattress.
"Neji, you could have at least saved me some hot water", said Kiba from the bathroom.
"If you want hot water you should have woken up earlier", said Neji.
He couldn't help quietly laughing. Neji continued took work on the bed. There was no point in even washing the sheets. They were destroyed from the week's activities. He threw them away. His stomach growled.
"I know I know you're hungry", said Neji.
He pinched the bridge of his nose. Neji sighed. He was speaking to a speck no bigger than a period at an end of sentence. Neji flinched when he saw the damage done to the table. Had he really only done that with only his claws? He shook off the thought and made himself a piece of toast. Hopefully, this would be bland enough for his stomach. He took a bite and threw it away. Neji went to the freezer. He pulled out a pint of strawberry ice cream. Before now he'd never had much of a sweet tooth. The door slammed opened. It was Tsume and Kuromaru. He should be used to the door slamming by now. Almost everyone in the Inuzuka family has a pension for slamming doors. She stared at the table and smirked.
"Don't ask", he said.
"That's an odd choice for breakfast", said Tsume.
She smiled widely. Tsume couldn't be happier. She has a second grandbaby on the way.
"Congratulations sweetheart", said Tsume.
"How?" asked Neji.
"I can smell it", said Tsume.
Neji smirked it was almost impossible to keep secrets in this family, but for reasons unknown to him he didn't mind.
"What brings you here?" asked Neji.
"You know the answer", said Tsume.
Kiba walked into the kitchen. His mom was waiting at the table. Something is off.
"What brings you here mom?" asked Kiba.
"It's about you take your place in our family", said Tsume.
"What do you mean?" asked Kiba.
"It's time for you take your place as head of the clan. I'm tired of keeping such a role. I never thought I or one of my children would take the role of head of the clan. I guess you want an explanation Neji", said Tsume.
He nodded.
"Like other clans, we have different branches. Our family has slimmed down over the years, but the rule still applies. My father Kurt was the clan alpha when he died my older brother Okami took his place. His children would become the alpha branch and mine beta. Okami died before he could start a family. To continue our clan I kept my name, which my husband understood knew how important it was to me. When I had Kiba he would one day take the role of clan alpha", said Tsume.
"Why mom? I thought you would only give me that title when I was ready", said Kiba.
"You've defeated one of the most powerful clan alphas Katsuo and the power he once possessed is yours. What you've done has opened door to the animal clans that were forced from this land. It's your time", said Tsume.
"I don't want it. I never did. Can't you keep it for a bit longer", said Kiba.
"You're being childish. Do you know how much of an honor this is!" yelled Tsume.
Her hands fisted. Why does he have to be so damn stubborn in this?! She was shocked when Neji threw a pint of ice cream at Kiba's head.
"Ungrateful ass!" yelled Neji.
He heard the door of their bedroom slam shut.
"I didn't think the mood swings would happen so soon", said Kiba as he wiped the strawberry ice cream from his face.
"You really think that's the only reason for his reaction. Use your head!" growled Tsume.
He frowned, but he was unwilling to accept the idea.
"You know you're putting the life of your pup in danger by refusing it", said Tsume.
Kiba snarled. He took his anger out on the kitchen table. It shattered. The worst part was his mom was right. Refusing his title would only cause more problems. He was putting his family.
"I get it, mom. I'll take my place as clan alpha. Now can you please go I have to take care of my mate", said Kiba.
"That's better. You're finally growing up", said Tsume.
Neji forced himself to be calm for the sake of their baby. The door of their bedroom opened. He sat up. Kiba kneeled down in front of him and rested his head on his lap. Neji sighed and ran his fingers through Kiba's hair.
"I'm sorry, Neji. I'll take my place. Please don't be upset with me", said Kiba.
"You have to understand my reasoning", said Neji.
"Explain it to me", said Kiba as he took a seat with him in bed.
"Kiba, I understand not wanting to take such a role. I'm only thinking about our child. If our pup is born into the main branch my grandfather can't touch her", said Neji.
Kiba's hands fisted.
"Why would anyone want to hurt an innocent child?" asked Kiba.
"There's a high chance of it inheriting my bloodline trait", said Neji.
"You're afraid your grandfather will try and place the Hyuga seal our baby. I won't let that happen", said Kiba.
Neji gave relaxed sigh. He felt extremely safe. Kiba pulled him into his lap. He nuzzled closely to Kiba's neck.
"Is there anything you want? You must be hungry. We can go to the store", said Kiba.
"I would like to, but I don't think that's the best idea. If you don't feel comfortable leaving me alone Akamaru can stay", said Neji before he forced down a dry heave.
"Okay, try not to spend the whole time in the bathroom", said Kiba.
Neji gave a weak smile.
"I wish I had a choice", he said.
"I'll be back soon", said Kiba.
He cringed when heard Neji throwing up.
"Akamaru take good care of him", said Kiba.
His dog trotted into the bathroom. Kiba walked outside and was surprised to see Kakashi outside.
"Congrats", said Kakashi.
"You know", said Kiba.
"Do you really think your mom would go long without bragging about having a second grandchild on the way", said Kakashi.
"You have a point. Why are you here Kakashi?" asked Kiba.
"Hana told me to help you at the grocery store", said Kakashi.
They walked into the store.
"It's not that I'm ungrateful, but don't you have more important things to do than helping me", said Kiba.
"I've found it best to follow your sister commands. Disobeying her is a death wish", said Kakashi.
Kiba shuddered. He'd been the victim of one of Hana's mood's swings. She'd broken his arm and three of his ribs. Once she was finished she cried for two hours straight.
"What should I expect?" asked Kiba.
"I can't tell you what Neji will be like further along, but I can tell you what to expect during the first week. Mood swings are something should look out for. But his sex drive will be strongest this week", said Kakashi.
He cringed.
"Can you not go into further detail than that? It's bad enough hearing you two", said Kiba.
"How do you think I felt this past week? You two were as loud hell. I couldn't get any paperwork done. The whole village could hear you", said Kakashi.
Kiba turned red.
"Sorry about that", he said.
"If it makes you feel any better most of the village thought it was your dogs", said Kakashi.
"I guess it does", said Kiba
"No matter how tempting it is no sex this week. You can do anything else to him to help reach his release", said Kakashi.
"How can you keep a straight face talking about this?" asked Kiba.
"Years of practice", said Kakashi.
"And the mask helps", grumbled Kiba.
"That too", said Kakashi.
When he looked at the cart, he saw the odd amount of food they'd gathered. Some of the items included ice cream, sweets, pickles, lemons, and spicy chip.
"Are you sure he'll want to eat his stuff? Especially the spicy stuff" asked Kiba.
"You'd be amazed at some of the things Hana craved. For one week she ate nothing but pickles. Whatever you do must remember one thing important thing", said Kakashi.
"What?" asked Kiba.
"Never even imply that he's gaining weight or you'll suffer the consequences", said Kakashi.
Neji was finally able of leaving the bathroom. He went into the kitchen. The fridge was empty and he was starving. Neji smiled when he saw Kiba and the food he was carrying.
"See you two later", said Kakashi.
Neji helped Kiba unpack the groceries, but lost interest in the task when he discovered the jars of pickles and peanut butter. Kiba stared at him in pure disbelief as he dipped a pickle into the peanut butter.
"How can you eat that?" asked Kiba.
"You think I want to eat this", Neji.
"I'm glad you can actually keep it down", said Kiba.
"Don't jinx it", said Neji.
They were five days into the first week. Neji was driving Kiba insane. Like Kakashi said Neji's libido grew. He never knew his mate could flirt so well before now. They were both in the kitchen. Neji was leaning against the counter shirtless with a pint of ice cream next to him. His sweat pants hung low on his waist. Kiba hit his head against the table when he saw Neji slowly licking his lips.
"Kiba, if you keeping doing that we will have to buy a new table again", said Neji.
"You're merciless Neji", said Kiba.
"I don't know what you're talking about", said Neji as he brushed his fingers through his hair.
"Give me a break. You know we can't", said Kiba.
"I'm not asking you to. Please Kiba", said Neji.
That pout drove him insane. It was such a rare expression to see on Neji's face.
"Please", said begged Neji.
He couldn't resist. Kiba got from the table and shoved his tongue into Neji's mouth. His hands traveled to that well-shaped ass. He ground the arousals together. Neji pulled at the waistband of his pants.
"I need you in me", whine Neji.
Kiba bit the inside of his cheek to stop himself from bending Neji over the counter and fucking him senseless. He shoved his hand in his mate's pants. Kiba pushed two fingers into the slick passage.
"Kiba", he whined.
Neji didn't want fingers he wanted something much bigger. He clung to Kiba when those large fingers hit a wonderful spot inside him. To stop himself from moaning he bit down on his lip. He pushed himself further down on those fingers trying to get them deeper. His eyes widen when Kiba took his nipple in his mouth. He started panting. So close he just needed a little more. He climaxed when Kiba's teeth dug into his neck.
Neji groaned as he slowly came down from his pleasure. His pants were soaked from the experience. He sighed when Kiba pulled his fingers out. Neji leaned into his husband.
"Thank you. You have no idea how much I needed that", said Neji.
"There's no need to thank me. Watching the expression of pure pleasure on your face is thanks enough", said Kiba.
Neji blushed.
"I'm going to shower", he said.
"Do you want me to join you?" asked Kiba.
"Don't tempt me, alpha", said Neji.
The first week was finally over and Neji could finally relax. His baby was safe. He lay in bed with Kiba. It was late in the morning and had no interesting in leaving bed. He ran his fingers over his stomach.
"What are you still doing in bed?" asked Kiba.
"I didn't want to leave. Here is safe and comfortable why leave", said Neji.
Kiba's inner alpha was very pleased at hearing that. He nuzzled closely to Neji neck, before gently licking it.
"I can't wait until you start to show", said Kiba.
"I'll get fat", said Neji.
"There's a difference between fat and pregnant", said Kiba.
Time went by quickly. Six weeks went by quickly enough. Today was one of Neji's bad days both physically and emotionally. On these days Kiba tried giving mate as much space as possible. When he agitated Neji in any way it would cause a massive amount of trouble. The worst reaction he got was having the kitchen table thrown at him. That was the third table they'd gone through in a short time. Kiba walked into the bathroom. His mate was sleeping on the floor.
"Neji, wake up", he said.
He groaned he wanted nothing more than to sleep.
"If you value your life you won't try to disturb me again" growled Neji.
"Neji",
He sat up.
"You need to drink or it's only going to get worse. Neji you need to keep hydrated", said Kiba.
"It's only going to come back up again", said Neji.
Kiba pressed the rim his glass lips.
"Drink", he said.
He gave in and drank. Kiba pulled the glass away and wiped Neji's mouth.
"Do you want to try eating something?" asked Kiba.
He nodded and followed Kiba into the kitchen. Neji stared at the piece of toast Kiba gave him.
"Do you want something else to eat" asked Kiba.
"No, it's not that I just don't want to risk it coming back up again", said Neji.
He finally took a bite. Neji finished off the toast. He took a risk and took a bite of an apple. There was a knock on the door. It was Lee. His teammate walked in. The strong smell of curry filled his nose. His stomach went uneasy. He knew he couldn't make the bathroom. Neji hurled into the sink. He groaned.
"Are you alright?" asked Lee.
He wiped his mouth.
"Just an uneasy stomach Lee nothing to be concerned with. Why are you here?" asked Neji
"I'm actually here to get Kiba. We need his nose to help us track down Lady Toki's son", said Lee.
"I'll meet you at the gates in ten minutes", said Kiba.
"Okay Shino and I will be waiting for you there", said Lee.
Lee left. Kiba saw the worry in Neji's eyes. He pulled his mate close.
"I love you, Neji. I'll come back as quickly", said Kiba.
"No, come back safely", said Neji.
Kiba kissed Neji and then kissed his mate's stomach.
"I love you too little one. Be easy on your Papa", said Kiba
He grabbed his gear and went to his mission. As soon as Kiba left he felt extremely lonely. Shine brushed against him.
"I'll be okay", said Neji.
After two weeks Kiba finally returned. Neji hugged Kiba tightly. He nipped and nuzzled Kiba's neck.
"You're back and safe", said Neji.
"How's our baby?" asked Kiba.
"Fine", he said as placed his hand over his stomach.
"And you?" asked Kiba.
"Horrible morning sickness and cravings", said Neji.
"I told you to go easy on your Papa little guy", said Kiba.
The couple made sure to spend as much time as they could together. He was now eleven weeks along. Neji hated that over this time he grew more needy of Kiba. He felt unsafe without near. When Shikamaru came one morning, Neji knew Kiba had a mission.
"I'll come back", said Kiba.
The week went by painfully slow. Spending time with Hana and Kakashi made it better.
"You shouldn't be so worried Neji. You'll make yourself sick", said Hana.
"I can't help it. It bothers me how dependent I am on him", said Neji.
"I know it does especially so early on. Eventually, your instincts will grow too strong to ignore. The urge to stay near him, so he can protect you and your child. Kakashi is strong alpha, so you naturally feel safer here with me than alone in your house", said Hana.
What she said made sense. But he hated that his body was being ruled by such basic instinct, but it wasn't to protect himself in the child he was caring.
"Look on the bright side Neji. Kiba is coming home tonight", said Hana.
Neji smiled.
"Oh while we are on the topic of instincts. Kiba will want to umm. I don't know how to phrase this", said Hana.
He couldn't help noticing how red Hana's face was turning.
"Just say it", said Neji.
"He's going to fuck you senseless", said Hana.
A faint blush appeared across his cheeks and a slight wetness formed between his legs. His blush darkened further.
"Why?" asked Neji.
"You're starting to show", said Hana.
"Soon enough I'll have start using the transformation jutsu to keep my appearance", said Neji.
"That's normal. Many males in your situation do", said Hana.
"How many males do you know have go through this?" asked Neji.
"Including you two", said Hana.
"Who was the second?" asked Neji.
"My grandpa", said Hana.
Kiba groaned. This mission took forever. What made it even worse was the little kid they had to find was a complete brat. Kiba prayed his child would be nothing like that obnoxious little twerp. When he got home, the porch light was on. Neji most have left it on for him. Keeper was spread out on the porch in front of the door.
"Keeping watch boy?" asked Kiba.
Keeper nodded before moving away from the door. Kiba patted him on the head.
"Good hyena", said Kiba.
The two of them had grown on each other. Keeper respected the kind alpha. He returned to his place by the door once Kiba went in. Keeper was enjoying his new life as a pet and planned to relish it as long as possible. He rested his heavy head on his paws and let himself sleep. Now that the alpha was home he could relax.
Kiba carefully snuck into his house. As he walked him made sure to avoid the squeaky boards of the floor. When he reached the bedroom, he saw his mate was already asleep. He got into bed. Kiba nuzzled his nose into Neji's soft long hair. The wonderful scent of his mate was intoxicating and calming.
"Kiba",
"Didn't mean to wake you beautiful", he said.
Neji turned in his alpha's arms. He pressed himself closely to the alpha. Those powerful arms wrapped around him.
"Goodnight love", said Kiba.
Neji woke late in the morning. He smiled when his husband lying next to him. It was too early to wake Kiba. Neji showered and made himself a simple breakfast of toast. An hour went by and he decided it was time to wake his sleeping husband. An excited quiver went down his back when Hana's words rung through his head. He licked his lips. Now he could finally rid himself of the one craving he couldn't satisfy. The one for his alpha. He took off his shirt.
"Kiba", he said.
Kiba groaned.
"Wake up", said Neji.
Kiba slowly opened his eyes. His mouth watered, when he saw Neji. He was shirtless. His eyes focused in on the small bump on Neji's once smooth stomach. He was in front of the beauty in seconds. Kiba ran his hand over Neji's stomach. That's his pup. He needed to further prove Neji was his. Kiba pulled his mate close. The smell coming off his submissive was so alluring.
Kiba was on him in seconds. Neji's arms against the desk. His pants were yanked down. He gasped as his mate push into him. One of Kiba's large hands tightly grabbed the juncture between his shoulder and neck. He shivered as Kiba's claws dug into his skin.
Kiba thrust grew more forceful as he tried getting deeper access to his mate. His other hand kept Neji's hip. He kicked his omega's legs further apart. It only took a few more thrusts for Neji to tighten around him. The pressure was too much and he came.
Neji slowly came out of the haze of lust. His arms were shaking. That was exactly what he wanted and his body wanted more. Kiba seemed more than willing to give it to him. He was turned so he was facing Kiba. His remaining clothes were shredded.
"I want you on all fours with that tight ass of yours in the air", said Kiba.
Neji never thought he would be one for dirty talk, but it made him painfully hard. They stripped each other of their clothes. He moaned as Kiba rocked their arousals. The wet friction was too much for him. He came. His face turned hot.
"I didn't mean to", said Neji.
"It's okay I'll get you up again", said Kiba.
He wrapped his around Kiba's neck and pushed his tongue into his husband's mouth. They backed toward the bed.
"Present for your alpha", said Kiba.
Neji was on the bed on all four in seconds. He turned his head to see why his mate hadn't mounted him yet. Kiba was staring at him. He whined loudly. His arousal was hurting. As soon as he tried to ease the ache Kiba was on top of him. He gave a satisfied moan as his alpha entered him. Their mating was rough, brutal, and perfect. He came multiple before Kiba finally reached his release.
Kiba smiled. His mate was laying on his back panting. It was a beautiful sight. He ran his fingers over Neji's stomach. His tongue lapped gently at his omega's neck. He loved the fact that Neji's skin smelled of him. Now the beauty was thoroughly marked as his.
"Was I too rough on you?" asked Kiba.
"No, I've been craving you for so long. You have no idea how good I feel", said Neji.
"I think have an idea", said Kiba before nuzzling Neji.
"That's all you're getting today", said Neji.
"It was worth a try", said Kiba.
He ran his hand over Neji's stomach.
"How about him?" asked Kiba as placed his hand on his mate's stomach.
Neji gave a quiet laugh.
"Why are you so confident it's a boy?" asked Neji.
"I don't know. Just a gut feeling", said Kiba.
Two months went by. Neji was a little bit more than four months along. Hana had a little girl that she named Senna. She was a gorgeous little baby. Senna had her father's silver gray and ebony eyes.
"Come on Neji we are going to be late", said Kiba.
Today was the day they found out the gender of their baby. Neji knew Kiba wanted a little boy. His husband needed an heir. He took a seat on the examination table. Neji smiled when he felt their baby kicking. Lady Tsunade walked into the room.
"Are ready to find out your baby's gender?" asked Tsunade.
They nodded.
"Neji, you'll have to release your jutsu first", Tsunade.
Kiba smiled when Neji released his jutsu. Even at home Kiba rarely got to see Neji in his true form. He loved seeing how much his mate's belly had grown. Kiba was hoping for a boy. He needed an heir and there was the added part of him having no clue of how to raise a little girl.
"Lie back and take off your shirt", said Tsunade.
Neji did as told. He flinched as the cold blue gel was put on his stomach. Neji smiled when heard his baby's heartbeat. He loved the sound. A picture appeared on the monitor.
"Congratulations you're having a little girl", said Tsunade.
"Are you sure?" asked Kiba.
That wasn't the reaction Neji was hoping for.
"Yes, I've done this for years and I've never been wrong", said Tsunade.
She printed out the picture for them. Neji took it from her hands. She left them. He wiped the gel from his stomach and put on his shirt. A weak smile appeared on his face when his daughter kicking inside him.
"I know you wanted a boy, Kiba. I was fine with either. Does the gender change how you feel?" asked Neji.
"I promise it doesn't", said Kiba.
He didn't believe his husband. When they returned home, Neji locked himself in their bedroom. Kiba had no right to upset with him. He started crying.
"Damn hormones!" growled Neji.
"Let me in", said Kiba.
"GO AWAY ASS!" screamed Neji.
"I'm sorry", said Kiba.
"You aren't", said Neji.
"I am", said Kiba.
"You aren't", growled Neji.
"Please open the door", pleaded Kiba.
"BURN IN HELL JACKASS!" yelled Neji.
"Neji, you're being unreasonable", said Kiba.
Silence. That was never good.
"Neji?"
Their bedroom door shattered. Kiba shuddered when he saw the terrifying expression on his husband's face. Neji cracked his knuckles.
"Now I think I misheard. Who was being unreasonable?" asked Neji.
"How the hell am I being unreasonable? I'm not the one who broke down bedroom door for the fifth time this month. You are being a hormonal bitch", said Kiba.
Neji started crying. Kiba instantly regretted what he said.
"Neji I'm-
"GET OUT!" he yelled.
"Neji please",
"Shine sic him", commanded Neji.
Kiba ran out of the house. Seeing his husband run away wasn't as satisfying as he thought it would be. What was wrong with him having a girl? Why does the gender matter? They could always try again for a boy. He settled in for a lonely dinner. All his body could keep down was peaches. What was even worse was he couldn't stop crying. Keeper and Shine came through the doggy door. He couldn't help smirking when he saw each of them had a torn piece of Kiba's clothing. He patted each of the head. He tensed when the front door open. Neji was relieved when he saw it was Tsume. He wasn't ready to see Kiba just yet. Neji sniffled and tried to regain some his control, but the tears wouldn't stop falling. Tsume took the seat next to him. His body managed to calm some when she ran her hand up and down his back.
"What's wrong Neji?" she asked.
"Is it bad I'm having a girl?" asked Neji.
"You're having a girl that's wonderful. Now, why would that be a bad thing?" asked Tsume.
"The way Kiba reacted when we found out the gender. He told me he didn't care about the gender and wouldn't change how he felt. But I didn't believe him", said Neji.
"Kiba doesn't know what he wants his. His father was the same way", said Tsume.
"What do you mean?" asked Neji.
"He thought he wanted a boy. The man was absolutely terrified of the idea of having a daughter", said Tsume.
"What changed?" asked Neji.
"It all changed when he first set eyes on her. From that day on they were inseparable. He was extremely protective of her", said Tsume.
She handed him a photo. He would have thought it were Kiba if it weren't for how old the photo was. The only difference between Kiba and his father was Kiba's hair was longer.
"Now what did my idiot son say to make you cry?" asked Tsume.
"He called me a hormonal bitch", said Neji.
"MY SON SAID WHAT!" yelled Tsume.
Kiba tensed when he heard his mom yelling. When she came out she gave him multiple sharp blows to the head. After a long lecture from both his sister and mother he was finally set free. By the time he set foot the house Neji was already in bed. He was surprised to see Neji was reading in their bed.
"I thought you would be asleep", said Kiba.
"She won't let me", said Neji.
"Who?" asked Kiba.
"Our daughter. She won't stop kicking", said Neji.
"Can I feel?" asked Kiba.
"Yes, come here", said Neji.
Kiba took a seat next to Neji. His mate took his hand and placed it on his stomach. He smiled when he felt a strong kick. That's his daughter.
"I'm sorry Neji", said Kiba.
"I know", he said.
"Do you forgive me?" asked Kiba.
"Yes", said Neji.
He smiled when he felt their baby kick again.
"Already strong. What do you want to name her?" asked Kiba.
"Tala", said Neji.
"Then Tala it is. And I can't wait to meet you", said Kiba.
Author's Notes:
The name Tala means red wolf or stalking wolf in Sioux. Just an interesting piece of info.
