First Mate First Love

Chapter 31: Growing

Hey, everyone this will be the last chapter in the story. The next story in this series is "Home of the Animals". Thank you everyone for reading and reviewing. I publish the next story soon.


Neji smiled, when he reached the front gates of the Hidden Leaf Village. He'd returned safely from a solo mission. Thankfully, he made it in time. Today was Tala's second birthday. He rushed home. As soon as he opened the front door Tala came running toward him.

"Papa!"

In her hand was her favorite toy Shaggy the dog. It was alway with her. Neji hugged Tala. Their little girl always gave the best hugs.

"I missed you", she said.

"I missed you too sweat heart", said Neji.

"I'm a big girl now", she said proudly.

Neji couldn't help giving a soft laugh. She's so far from that. Tala was smiling at him. It was a smile that so resembled her father's. Her personality was like his before the incident with his father. Neji hoped with all his heart that she would always stay happy like this. He didn't want to see that perfect smile ruined by revenge and pain.

"Come on sunshine it's time for breakfast", said Kiba a picked Tala.

She gave happy squeal as Kiba tossed her in the air and caught her. The family enjoyed a peaceful breakfast. Shine and Akamaru ate the scraps that Tala dropped to floor. She was about to run out the door, when her Daddy lifted up.

"Daddy, I wanna play", she whined.

"I have a very special gift for you, Tala", said Kiba as put her down.

"What?" asked Tala.

She was jumping with excitement.

"Close your eyes and hold still", said Kiba.

She did as told. Kiba carefully painted the red fang marking of their clan on her cheeks. Kiba picked her up and faced the window, so she could see her reflection.

"Open your eyes, Tala", said Kiba.

She smiled brightly.

"My makeup matches yours, Daddy", said Tala.

"It's not makeup. These are the markings of our clan", said Kiba.

At twelve it was time for the birthday party. The other clan alphas and children's family came.

"Uncle Neji",

He looked to see his niece, Senna. She was three years old. The toddler settled down greatly since she was a baby. She had her father's laid back personality, but had the Inuzuka temper. Her silver gray hair was tied in pigtails with white bows. She wore light blue overalls.

"Yes, Senna", he said.

"Is Tala old enough to play tackle tag?" asked Senna.

"Please Papa", begged Tala.

He looked at the other kids. They were all bigger than Tala especially Theo and Dax who were at least two inches taller than an average three year old.

"Go head", said Kiba.

"Thanks Daddy", said Tala before running off to play.

Neji watched as Tala, Faith, Senna, and Boruto played a game of tackle tag with the children from the other clans. It was only a matter of time until someone started crying, but breaking up the game would cause more problems.

"Don't look so worried. The game will toughen her up", said Kiba.

"She's two, Kiba. She doesn't need to be toughened up", said Neji.

"It's just a game. Let her have some fun", said Kiba.

"If she comes back crying I'm blaming you", said Neji.

"Time for cake", called Barnard.

The kids came running. Tala's knees were cover in scrapes, but she was smiling brightly.

"How did you do?" asked Kiba.

"I got two tackles on Theo", said Tala.

Theo tackled her down again.

"Got ya Tala", he said.

"No fair Theo the game is over dumb dumb", said Tala.

Theo blushed.

"Sorry", he said.

Tala tackled him.

"Now we are even", said Tala.

"Come you two it's time for cake", said Kiba as he moved the pups toward the table.

Tala sat at the head of the table. A large chocolate cake was in front of her. A candle in the shape of a two was in the center of the cake. They sang the birthday song and she blew out the candle. After the sugar rush all the kids were wiped out. Tala was in a deep sleep in Kiba's arms. Neji gathered Tala's presents.

"Neji", called Hinata.

He met his cousin's gaze.

"Why don't the three of you come over to dinner?" asked Hinata.

"Are they going to be there? If so I won't expose my child to that", said Neji.

"I promise Hanabi has changed and won't cause you any trouble. If grandfather causes any trouble you can leave", said Hinata.

"No, Hinata", said Neji.

"Please, Neji do this for me", she begged .

"I'll think about", said Neji.

He went to Kiba.

"She asked again didn't she", said Kiba.

Neji nodded his head.

"Do you want to go?" asked Kiba.

"I don't. It would be best to get this over with sooner rather later", said Neji.

"I would rather go with never", said Kiba.

"If we get this over with while she is young there's a higher chance she won't remember", said Neji.

"If that man even tries touching her I'll rip his hand off", said Kiba.

"And I'd support you completely", said Neji before kissing Kiba on the cheek.

They went home. When they got home, they put her into bed. They sat down in the living room couch. Akamaru and Shine were lying down at their feet.

"You seem to have a question on your mind", said Neji.

"When will she be able to use Byakugan?" asked Kiba.

"Three is the average age. At that age they have enough strength to handle the stress of using the Byakugan. It has happened earlier though", said Neji.

"When were you able to use it?" asked Kiba.

"Two and a half", said Neji.

"So young", said Kiba.

"You can imagine how my grandfather felt about that", said Neji.

Kiba wrapped a protective arm around Neji and pulled him close. He nuzzled his mate's neck.

"Father kept it hidden as long as he could. We trained in private. Eventually grandfather discovered us. My father's punishment was the activation of his seal. I couldn't see him, but I heard his screams", said Neji.

Kiba saw the stress this was causing his mate. He wrapped his arm protectively around Neji's shoulder, keeping him close. Kiba raised the beauty's chin. He stared deeply into those wonderful white eyes.

"Your father would be extremely proud of you", said Kiba.

Neji smiled.

"Yes, I think he would be", he said.

Kiba loved that smile.

"I don't want to know what your old man would think of me", said Kiba.

"My father would like you once he got a chance to know you. He would see how happy you make me", said Neji.

Their lips met in a kiss. Neji's fingers tangled in Kiba's hair keeping him close. They leaned into the couch. Kiba's hands traveled to Neji's ass. He started rocking their hips together. They separated, when they heard Tala's bedroom door open. Neji quickly put a pillow over Kiba's lap. She stared at them for a few seconds, before walking to the bathroom. Tala went back to her room.

"You two can go back to your yucky kissy stuff", said Tala from her bedroom.

Kiba started laughing, but his attention quickly refocused on Neji.

"Want to continue", said Kiba as he kissed Neji's neck.

"I'm not in the mood", said Neji.

Kiba groaned. It had been more than ten months, since they made love. He was getting edgy.

"Neji come on. It's been too long. You must have some cravings", said Kiba as ran hand up Neji's inner thigh.

Neji smirked, before grabbing Kiba's hand. He leaned close to Kiba.

"Soon enough you'll be able to do more than kiss me. For a week", whispered Neji.

That sent a pleasurable shutter down Kiba's back. They hadn't gone through heat together for almost two years.

"I want to take her to meet her grandfather", said Neji.

That was random, but this seemed to have been on his husband's mind for some time.

"Okay", said Kiba.

A few hours later Neji woke Tala from her nap. She slowly sat up. Tala woke from her nap and came running into the room. Neji picked her up.

"I'm going to take you met someone", said Neji.

"Who?" asked Tala .

"Your grandfather", said Neji.

"I have a grandpa?" asked Tala.

"You do", said Neji.

Tala followed him out the house. She climbed onto Shine's back. They stopped at the graveyard. His daughter had no idea the significance of this place. She was too young. Tala ran along the graves picking wild flowers.

"Father, I hope you can see how happy I am", whispered Neji.

He kneeled by his father's grave. A pair of small arms wrapped around his neck.

"Papa, why are you crying? Are you sad?" asked Tala.

He quickly wiped away his tears.

"Tala, I'm very happy", said Neji.

He hugged her close.

"You give the best hugs", said Neji.

She smiled.

"This is your grandfather", said Neji.

Despite her Papa's beliefs Tala vaguely understood what a gravestone meant. It meant a person was gone and wasn't coming back. She placed the flowers she picked on the grave.

"Do you think grandpa would like me?" asked Tala.

"He would love you, Tala", said Neji as hugged her daughter.

"Really?" asked Tala.

"I'm sure of it", said Neji.

"I'm not so sure of that",

Neji turned to see his grandfather. He moved Tala behind him.

"I don't think he want a grandchild conceived in such a manner", said the Elder.

"Papa?" whimpered Tala.

Her small hands grasped tightly at his pants' leg. The smell of his pup's distress forced his body into an alert state. He couldn't stop a low growl from building in the back of his throat. Neji forced himself to calm. Tala seeing him in this state would only stress her further. This wasn't a place to fight. It was a place of mourning. He kept Tala behind him for her own safety.

"Who is he?" whispered Tala.

"Sadly, girl I'm your great grandfather", said the Elder.

"Sadly?" asked Tala.

"Yes, little one sadly. You are what I call an abomination", said Elder.

Tala had no idea what the word meant, but it didn't sound good. She clung further to her papa, hoping the old man would go away.

"This is not the place for this battle. I won't expose my child to this kind of violence", said Neji.

Neji took his child in his arms. The elder watched as his grandchild and great grandchild leave. He brushed away the weeds the abomination left at his son's tombstone. He missed his son. The father lost his most power children. His daughter Aiko and Hizashi. Hiashi was a massive disappointment in so many ways.

"Why couldn't you be born first?" he asked.

If that were to happen the Hyuga Clan would have a proper male heir and a powerful one at that. He didn't know how Kiba would factor into it. But that freakish mutt Neji gave birth to was powerful, he could sense this. The Hyuga blood ran strongly through her. It would only be a matter of time, before that creature unlocked her power.

Tala nuzzled closely to her Papa's neck, trying to find some comfort in his scent. This was a place of safety. From his scent she could sense his stress. It only furthered her fear. She whimpered and started shivering against her papa.

"Papa"

Neji felt Tala tears going down her neck. He ran his hand down her back and started humming a lullaby. Neji felt her calm against him.

"Shh, Tala you're safe", said Neji.

"I'm scared", said Tala.

"Tala look at me", said Neji in a soft voice.

She pulled away from his neck.

"Do you think I will allow anyone to harm you?" asked Neji.

She shook her head. Tala let herself relax in her Papa's arms. He put her down. She took her hand.

"How about we get ice cream?" said Neji.

"Really?!" asked Tala.

She smiled brightly. Every trace of fear left her sweet expression, which was a massive relief. He took her to the ice cream shop. It was a messy endeavor, but it was worth it. She was smiling. Her face was covered in pink strawberry ice cream. Neji had no idea how she was able to make such a mess. She put a small fuss.

"Tala come on", said Neji.

"Papa", she whined.

He managed to wipe most of the ice cream for her face. After ice cream Neji took her to the park, so she could burn off some of that sugar-powered energy. He'd never seen a child with such energy. It shouldn't be surprising she was of the Inuzuka Clan. Tala climbed onto the bench and huddled closely to his side.

"What's an ab-abomination?" asked Tala.

"A horrible a mistake that's unnatural and never meant to happen", said Neji.

"Am I that?" asked Tala.

She looked at him with those innocent white eyes. It looked like she was about to cry. Her bottom lip quivered. He ran his fingers through her hair.

"No, you are the best thing to ever happen to your Daddy and me", said Neji.

"What am I?" asked Tala.

"You're a wonderful gift. I love you more than anything in this world. Your great grandfather is a senile old bat", said Neji.

Tala giggled, before resting her head in his lap. She gave a small yawn and fell asleep. Neji lifted her. She nuzzled closely to his neck.

"I won't let him hurt you, Tala", Neji whispered.

As soon as Neji and Tala stepped into the house Kiba could smell the distress that lingered on the pup's clothing. A natural anger rage ran through his veins. Someone threatened their daughter. Kiba looked at him waiting for an explanation.

"We will talk about this, but you have to calm down first", said Neji as he took a seat next to Kiba.

"I'm fine!" growled Kiba.

"Your eyes", said Neji.

Kiba took a few deep breaths and managed to relax. His eyes faded to their original color.

"What happened? Ice cream can't hide the scent of our daughter distress", said Kiba.

"I wasn't trying to hide anything. I took her to get ice cream to get her mind off of how scared she was", said Neji.

"Why was she scared?" asked Kiba.

"We ran into her great grandfather", said Neji.

Kiba locked Neji in a tight embrace.

"Are you alright?" asked Kiba.

"I'm fine", said Neji.

Tala woke from her nap. When she walked into the kitchen, she sensed the stress of her parents. She caught a glint of golden brown in her Daddy's eyes. Tala had never seen his eyes like that before. It made her nervous, but she didn't let that scare her away. She climbed into her Daddy's lap.

"What's wrong sunshine?" asked Kiba.

"You and Papa are stressed and I don't know why? Did I do something wrong?" asked Tala.

"You did nothing wrong", said Kiba.

She wriggled out of her Daddy's arms. She got on the floor and cuddled up with Akamaru. He licked her cheek in an attempt to help her relax.

"Go play with Akamaru", said Kiba.

"Okay", said Tala.

Tala stared at him for a few seconds. They were hiding something from her. She didn't know what though. Akamaru tugged her shirt. She finally walked out the door with the large dog.

"She can tell when you're lying", said Neji.

"She can't", said Kiba.

"You saw the way she looked at you. She was trying to figure out what we were hiding from her", said Neji.

"She's won't understand", said Kiba.

"I know", said Neji.

They left for dinner. Tala didn't understand why her Daddy and Papa were upset about a dinner. Aunt Hinata cooking was always yummy. She also got to play with Boruto. She moved behind her Daddy, when she saw the elder.

"There's no need for that I won't harm the child", said the Hyuga Elder.

"Daddy?" whimpered Tala.

His eyes were that angry golden brown again. Papa kneeled down in front of her.

"Play with Boruto", he said.

"But papa", she whined.

"Listen to your papa. Have fun with your cousin", said Kiba as he gently nudged her in Boruto's direction.

"Okay", said Tala.

The tension only grew, when the children left. Hinata was waiting for an outburst. She knew it was likely to come from either Naruto or Kiba, but she wouldn't rule out Neji. He would do anything for Tala. Everyone sat down sat down. It was even more dangerous considering Neji was going into season in about a week. Like Naruto and her they were trying for another child.

Boruto and Tala were completely unaware of what was going inside. They were too busy playing Akamaru and Shine. When she wasn't looking, Boruto yanked Shaggy from her hand. The yank was enough to rip Shaggy's arm off.

"Give him back", said Tala as she tried taking Shaggy back.

Akamaru sat on the back porch watching the interactions of the two pups. He had bad feeling about this.

"Boruto, Tala time for dinner", called Hinata.

Silence. Boruto came crashing through the dinning room wall. Everyone stare back to see what caused it. Tala could be seen through the giant hole. She was panting heavily and her Byakugan activated. She passed out. Akamaru cushioned the girl's fall. Neji rushed to his daughter's side. She seemed to be okay. Only an overuse of the little chakra she had.

"BORUTO!" screamed Hinata.

Hinata nearly had a panic attack, when Boruto coughed up blood. She laid him down on the dinning room table. She used her chakra to heal her baby. The damage to his heart was great. How did Tala have the power to do that? His beautiful light blue eyes fluttered. She hugged him closely.

"Mommy?" he said.

He hugged him. Her son was alive!

"What happen?" muttered Boruto.

"A lower branch has surpassed the man house yet again. It's a shame your son didn't inherit your gift. I don't know why your blood is so weak, Hinata. Hizashi should have been born first. Boruto is utter disappointment", said the Elder.

The elder glared right at the blonde child. Neji never heard this before, his grandfather insulting the main branch. This unsettled him further. He hugged Tala closer. Neji glanced at Hanabi expecting something to come from he. She kept her head down. Neji was grateful that Tala had passed out.

"I don't understand why the abomination in your arms has such powerful Hyuga blood. She doesn't deserve it. I'll put all my efforts into making sure she never reaches her true potential", said the Hyuga Elder.

Before Kiba could attack the elder was sent flying into wall a powerful gust of chakra-powered air.

"Never threaten my child", snarled Neji.

The old man slowly got up.

"You'll pay for that boy", said the Hyuga Elder.

"You are nothing, but a spiteful old man. You don't have many more years left", said Neji.

Kiba was extremely impressed with protectiveness Neji showed over their pup. If things became out of hand he would cut in, but this was his mate's fight. Neji sighed.

"Hinata, I'm sorry for what Tala did", said Neji.

"It's okay it was an accident. I know she didn't have any control over it. I've never heard of it awakening so soon", she said.

"We'll pay for the damage", said Kiba.

They left.

"I knew it was going to be bad, but I wasn't expecting that", said Kiba.

"I can't say I was either. I thought we had another year before she would be able to use Byakugan. I'm curious to what made her unlock the gift so soon", said Neji.

Akamaru nudged against Kiba's leg. In his mouth was Shaggy. The stuffed toy was missing an arm. Kiba took the toy from his mouth.

"This might have something to do with it", said Kiba as he held up the toy.

"That was only the trigger. I should have known something like this would happen", said Neji.

"You couldn't have known", said Kiba.

"But I suspected. From your clan she inherited a large surplus of chakra even at this young age. That allowed her to access Byakugan at such a young age. I'll have to train her in control for her own safety. I hoped she'd have more time", said Neji.

Kiba tensed.

"You'll be with child soon. You shouldn't train. As much as I hate saying this let Hiashi train her", he said.

"She's two. I can defend myself", said Neji.

"Did you see what she did to Boruto? That's one powerful two year old", said Kiba.

He was extremely proud that his daughter had shown so much power.

"I see your point, but she has to be trained in control. For the sake of furthering of our family. I'll allow Hiashi to train Tala. Once my heat passes her training will start", said Neji.

Tala moved weakly in his arms. Those innocent white eye were tired. She yawned.

"Hey, sunshine how are you feeling?" asked Kiba.

"Sleepy and hungry", said Tala.

She nuzzled closely to her Papa.

"Where's Shaggy?!" she asked.

Kiba held up the toy. She started crying.

"He broke him", whimpered Tala.

"Don't worry grandma will fix Shaggy", said Kiba.

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to ruin dinner", said Tala.

"I know sunshine", said Kiba.

"Is Boruto okay? Did hurt him?" asked Tala

"He's fine", said Kiba.

"Am I in trouble?" asked Tala.

"No, it was an accident", said Kiba.

She gave a sigh of relief. They got home. Tala was so weak from that burst of chakra that she didn't have enough strength to feed herself, so Neji had to spoon feed her. After that he tucked her into bed and kissed her on the forehead.

"I love you, Tala", whispered Neji.

"I love you Papa and you too Daddy", said Tala before yawning.

"Love you too sunshine", said Kiba from the doorway.

"Papa, can you sing the song?" asked Tala.

"Of course", said Neji.

He sung the lullaby he'd been singing to her, since was a baby. Her eyes closed and a peaceful sleep took over.

"I'm going to stay here for awhile", said Neji in a soft voice.

"Okay", said Kiba.

He ran his fingers through her soft hair. Neji loved her so deeply. He was ready for another baby. But he was worried about how Tala would respond to being an older sister. Kiba and him weren't the only one's trying for a child. Tenten and Sparrow were trying for their first child. Kakashi and Hana were going for their second. He went into the kitchen.

"You're a natural Neji", said Kiba.

"At what?" he asked.

"Being a parent", said Kiba.

"Are you ready to do it again?" asked Neji.

"I can't wait", said Kiba.

A familiar scent ruined Neji's good mood. Kiba groaned. There was a knock on the door.

"We don't have to let her in", said Kiba.

"If I don't speak with her she won't leave. I can handle this", said Neji.

He went out the front door and onto the front porch. Hanabi sat on the porch swing.

"What do you want?" asked Neji.

"She looks a lot like you. If it weren't for those red fang marking she would be mistake for a true Hyuga", said Hanabi.

"She's not and will never be and I'm proud of that. Tala is an Inuzuka", said

"That's not an answer", said Neji.

"Grandfather is going down hill ever since grandmother died. So if he says odd it isn't anything you should worry about", said Hanabi.

"Why would I worry about that man? He isn't my family. The old man seemed to be sprouting the same nonsense as always. Now what's the real reason you are here, Hanabi?" asked Neji.

She took a deep breath. Hanabi knew she couldn't put this off any longer.

"I'm sorry for the horrible things I've said to you over the years", said Hanabi.

Neji was shocked at what he just heard. He couldn't tell if this were real or not. Her heartbeat was steady and calm. But training could have taught her lie without causing a change in her heart rate.

"I'm not lying, but I know you won't believe me. That's why I asked Kakashi to make me forget the jutsu that activates your seal. The jutsu will die. I hope one day you come to forgive me", said Hanabi.

"It will take time. You've done so much damage to my family", said Neji.

"I was expecting it to be quick", said Hanabi.

"What made you change your mind?" asked Neji.

"Spending time with Hinata. She showed me how I was wrong. And I'm still learning how to correct my mistakes. Hinata said the first place to start was asking for forgiveness", said Hanabi.

She left. Neji went back into the house.

"Do you think it was real?" asked Kiba.

"I can't tell. I'll have to ask Hinata", said Neji.

"I don't trust Hanabi, but I was glad it was her following us", said Kiba.

"Someone was following us? I didn't catch a scent?" asked Neji.

"There wasn't any scent. It was just a gut feeling", said Kiba.

"Why didn't you tell?" asked Neji.

"I didn't want to worry you", said Kiba.

Neji slapped him on the back of the head. Later that night to two went to sleep.

In the shadows lurked a hidden threat almost lost to the past, waiting for the perfect time to strike.

"DADDY!" screamed Tala.

Neji and Kiba rushed from their bed. When they saw their daughter, they couldn't help laughing. Someone had forgotten to put down the seat. She'd fall in and was stuck.

"This isn't funny!" cried Tala.

"I'm sorry", said Kiba who was trying desperately not to laugh.

She didn't believe her Daddy was sorry. Tala threw a roll of toilet paper at him. She calmed down, when Neji pulled her from the toilet and gave her a bath. The next day Hinata and her family came over and dinner to make up for last night. Dinner had gone peacefully.

"Tala do you have something to say to Boruto", said Neji.

"I'm sorry for sending you through a wall. Now its your turn", said Tala.

"For what? You did something wrong", said Boruto.

"What?!" growled Tala.

"Come on Boruto", said Naruto.

Her hands fisted. Kiba saw Tala give familiar twitch. It was the same twitch Neji sometimes gave, when he became dangerously angry. Tala tackled her cousin and punched him in the face. Kiba wasn't sure if he should be proud or upset with her. He pulled the two children a part. Tala was growling.

"LET GO OF ME, DADDY!" she screamed.

Kiba laughed. He'd been waiting for the Inuzuka temper to show. Kiba had seen hints of it, but this was the first time he'd ever seen it.

"Calm down Tala", said Kiba.

Even though she was angry, her daddy was alpha. She had to listen to him.

"Sorry daddy", said Tala.

He put both of them down.

"I'm not saying sorry to him. Boruto is being a butt head!" growled Tala.

"Mommy, my eye hurts", whined Boruto.

"Cry baby", said Tala.

"Fang face", said Boruto.

"These are the marking of my clan dummy!" snarled Tala.

Neji grabbed the collar of her shirt, before she could tackle her cousin again. He picked her up to stop her from attacking Boruto again.

"How about we just call this a day", said Hinata.

"NO, I WANNA HEAR HIM SAY IT!" screamed Tala.

"I think its only fair", said Neji.

"Go on Boruto apologize to Tala", said Naruto.

"But Daddy", whined Boruto.

"Apologize", said Naruto.

"I'm sorry, Tala", huffed Boruto.

Tala smirked.

"Thank you Uncle Naruto", she said.

Hinata and Naruto left with Boruto. Tala hid behind her daddy's legs. She knew her papa might be upset with her.

"Tala don't hid behind your father", said Neji.

"No, you're mad at me", said Tala.

"I'm not mad at you", said Neji.

"You aren't?" asked Tala as she peaked out from behind her father's legs.

"I'm not, but you can't go punching a person just because you don't agree with what they have to say", said Neji.

"Okay", said Tala.

She reached her arms out to Neji.

"Time for bed", said Neji.

Besides those two bumps the rest of the week went smoothly. Tomorrow Neji would go into season. Now they were eating dinner. Kiba was already edgy.

"Papa?"

"Yes, Tala", said Neji.

"Why do you smell funny?" asked Tala.

Neji tensed. He didn't think she would be able to smell the change in his scent.

"Daddy smells funny too", said Tala.

"Umm, Daddy and I are going into a special time that makes us smell different", said Neji.

He wanted to avoid the heat talk as long as possible. She was far too young to understand even if they did tell her. He knew would day he would have to explain it to her. But right now she's his sweet little girl.

Kiba smiled at their pup. She was his perfect little sunshine. Because of her he had much more control over himself during this time. He still needed an alpha pup. That didn't mean he didn't love her any less. He never thought he could love someone so precious. She stared up at him with sweet white eyes of hers.

Tala had never seen such pretty eyes before. Her daddy's eyes were brown with stunning ring of gold around his pupils. But there was something dangerous about them. They reminded her of wolf eyes she'd seen in her picture books.

"Your eye are really pretty, Daddy", said Tala.

"Are you excited for your visit to grandma's house?" asked Kiba.

Tala frowned. She started crying.

"What's wrong, Tala?" asked Kiba as he wiped away her tears.

"Do you not want me anymore?" asked Tala.

"Of course we want you. This only some fun time with grandma. You can visit", said Neji.

She sniffled. He hated seeing his pup crying, but he knew the perfect way to make her smile.

"Tala guess what", said Kiba.

"What?" she asked.

"Akamaru will be your dog this week", said Kiba.

"Really?!" asked Tala.

"Yes", said Kiba.

She wrapped her arms around Kiba's neck.

"THANK YOU! THANK YOU DADDY!" she said.

She completely forgot about her tears and was all smiles.

"Can I dress him up?" asked Tala.

"You can do what ever you want with him", said Kiba.

Akamaru whined. He loved Tala and let her getting away with almost anything.

"Thank you daddy", said Tala.

"Take good care of him", said Kiba.

"I promise. I will take super good care of him", said Tala.

"Akamaru you take good care of her", said Kiba.

Akamaru nodded his head. He would make sure nothing happened to Kiba's pup.

Later that night the two couples went drop their children off at Tsume's house. Neji went to bed early knowing he wouldn't get sleep once things got started. He didn't bother with clothes knowing Kiba would just rip them to shreds. At one in the morning he woke to Kiba nuzzling his neck. Kiba's golden brown eyes stood out in the darkness. Before he could say anything, Kiba pushed his tongue into his mouth. Neji wrapped his arms around Kiba's neck. He pulled away from his mate.

"Kiba, I want your knot", he whispered in his alpha's ear.

Kiba's eyes went wide. He spread his omega's legs and thrust into his mate's warm wet entrance. His jaw locked. It was the only way he could control himself. He didn't want to tear his mate. Neji growled at him. His mate wanted more and he was more than willing to give it to him. He put Neji's legs over his shoulders. Kiba thrust as deeply and rapidly as he could into mate. He felt a coil pressure building within him. Then he reached his pleasure. His vision went white from the intensity.

Neji came. His fingers dug into the mattress as Kiba's knot tied them together. It had been too long since they were last joined like this. The both of them were panting. Cramps were started building in his legs. He was too tired to form words. Neji whined. Kiba moved his legs from his shoulders.

Late the next morning Neji slowly woke. His eyes were heavy with sleep. He rubbed his lower back. Kiba was rough last night. It was a pleasurable experience though. He dressed and tried to make himself look presentable. He stepped toward Tala's room, but then he realized his little girl wasn't there. He sat down at the table. His body was already growing hot.

An uncomfortable wetness formed between his legs. Seconds later Kiba was on top of him. He was bent over the table. Kiba pulled down his pants and pushed into him. Neji gasped at the sudden intrusion. He whimpered. His body needed sometime to adjust. He moved his hips signaling that he was ready. Kiba roughly thrust into him.

Neji bit down on his hand to stop himself from moaning. Blood dripped from his fingers. His daughter was awake. He didn't want her hearing this. Kiba's teeth dug into his neck. His body went limp as he gave into the after glow of his orgasm. He was panting. Kiba took his had and licked away the blood. Eventually the knot went down. Kiba passed out on the couch.

When Neji regain his composure, he pulled up his pants. He brushed his hair. Neji bandaged his hand. He walked to the main house. Tsume sat at the kitchen table with most of Kakashi's dogs laying around her.

"Here to visit Tala?" asked Tsume.

Neji nodded his head.

"They're in the play room", said Tsume.

Hana was already in the playroom watching their daughters. The two girls made a crafted a make shift fort out of cardboard bricks. Akamaru was dressed in a pink tootoo, with glittery bows on his ears and tail, and on his head was tiara. His nails were painted a rainbow of colors. Pakkun was wearing a fake mustache. Both Tala and Senna were riding on Bull's back.

"What game are they playing?" asked Neji.

"I have no idea, but I think Akamaru is the princess and Pakkun is the villain. Senna and Tala are the knights trying to save Akamaru. And Bull is their noble steed", said Hana.

"How long have you been watching this?" asked Neji.

"Thirty minutes. It was just so cute. Their grandma has already taken picture. I don't think poor Akamaru would ever live wearing that tootoo", said Hana.

Akamaru gave a pitiful whine and put his paws over his muzzle. He didn't want Kiba seeing him like this. Akamaru had a soft spot for the pup and let her get away with almost anything.

Neji took seat next to Hana. He flinched.

"You all right?" asked Hana.

"Sore, Kiba wasn't gentle this morning or last night", said Neji.

"I know how you feel Kakashi was the same way. May I ask what happened to your hand?" asked Hana.

"I didn't want Tala to hear", said Neji.

After a few minutes Tala and Senna tired out and rushed over to their parents. Tala hugged Neji tightly.

"Look Papa. Grandma fixed Shaggy", said Tala.

Neji looked at his daughter's toy. Tsume replaced the missing arm with a new one made of blue and white poka dotted fabric.

"Why do smell like Daddy, Papa?" asked Tala.

"Umm, Daddy and I spent sometime cuddling that's why I smell like him", said Neji.

His face had gone red.

"Is that why you smell like Daddy too Mommy?" asked Senna.

"Yes", said Hana.

The girls returned to their game.

"At what age do we tell them about heat?" asked Neji.

"I think twelve. I don't want it to come as a surprise. Imagine if Tala or Senna were go into season during a mission. Men would be chasing after them or worse", said Hana.

The idea of someone hurting his baby in the way he was harmed terrified him. He would train her to be strong, so she could defend herself.

"We should leave before they notice we are gone", said Hana.

Before Neji could reached the front door Tala grabbed his injured hand.

"I'm sorry", she said.

Her eyes were focused on the ground.

"It's okay Tala. Did you want something before I left?" asked Neji.

"A hug", said Tala.

Neji smiled, before embracing his sweet little pup.

"I love you so much", he said.

"I love you too Papa", said Tala.

She took his hand once again. Tala gently kissed the bandage.

"I hope your booboo feels better soon", she said.

"It's feeling better already", said Neji.

"Tell Daddy I love him too", said Tala as she waved him goodbye.

Tsume loved both her grandchildren dearly. They were perfect in their own way. But by far Tala was one of the sweetest two year olds she'd ever met. Is this what Neji was like before the incident with his father? The two girls went rushing into the play room once again. Tsume laughed. They were both boundless little balls of energy at times. She watched the two play. Soon the two were passed out on the carpet of playroom.

Days passed by quickly. Tala was having a great time with her grandma and cousin. Her Papa always came to visit in the morning. Grandma and Kuromaru tucked her in Senna into bed.

"Goodnight you two", said Tsume before kissing her two granddaughter on the head.

"Night Grandma", said the two girls in bed.

Tsume turned on the nightlight, before closing the door. She went to her own bedroom and opened a good book. Kuromaru got into bed with her. The two of them put their earplugs in knowing it would be a loud night.

Late in the night Tala woke to a howl. It belonged to her Daddy. She couldn't ignore an alpha call by her Daddy. She to come to him. Senna woke up, when she felt her cousin leave the bed.

"What is it?" she asked before yawning.

"Daddy is calling I have to go", said Tala.

Before she could get to the door Senna grabbed her hand.

"Grandma said we can't leave the house during night no matter what", said Senna.

"But Daddy is calling for me I can't ignore it or I'll get in big trouble", said Tala.

Then another howl broke the air. This time it belonged to Senna's daddy.

"Okay, let's go", said Senna.

Before leaving Tala grabbed Shaggy. The two snuck out the front doggy door. Their fathers' call led them deep into the woods.

"Daddy", whimpered Tala.

She'd never been in this deep in the woods alone. A rag went over her mouth nose. A sickly sweet smell filled her nose. She was having a difficult time keeping her eyes open. Tala saw her cousin was in the same predicament as her.

The two villains were pleased with their work.

"That was too easy", said younger of the two men.

"What did I say? A pup can never resist the calls of their fathers. Now let's continue our mission before their disappearance is noticed", said the elder of the two.