River of Love

By: Chibi Silver Neko

Summary: First attempt at Shigure x Tohru. Shigure has always been fond Tohru, whom he calls his 'little flower'. But what happens when his brotherly instincts slowly turn into love? Shigure x Tohru fluff.

Silver: 141 reviews! Wow! This is really . . . To tell you all the truth, I'm actually quite happy that I got many people who love my stories and I'm sorry about the last chapter not being longer. My brain shut down after updating A Family. The Shigure x Tohru pairing must be quite popular.

Shigure: -puts a hand to his chin and nods in agreement- Of course it is. Why wouldn't I and my little flower be a popular pairing?

Silver: -thinks- Because Tohru would go good with just about any one of your family? Well, the boys, except Hiro, because he's too young for her anyway . . .

Shigure: -thinks- That makes sense.

Silver: However thanks goes out to those that read and reviewed this story and my silent readers. Thank you everyone!

Nozomulover - Thank you. It's ok. I'm glad you're enjoying th story. At leas you got to read it. n.n

Haru's biggest fan - Thank you! I'm glad you're enjoying the story! Thanks for reviewing!

KillMexIfYouCare - I think your review got cut off . . . -sweatdrops-

Riceball-chan - Thank you! Sorry about the last chapter being so short.

Kaegoe - I feel like I'm starting to have a Mii-chan . . . -sweatdrops- I'm sorry about the short chapter. Brain shortage. Gomen!

- lidOol.fantaSee.gurl - - Gomen! -hides behind a curtain- I didn't mean to make the chapter short. I had a brain cramp! -peeks out-

Rosemont419 - Was it? I think I agree. There will be more interesting twists along the way. -sweatdrops-

Dae-chan - Thank you! This is the second time I had to write this chapter. I was kind of on a rut earlier, but I finally got an idea. n.n

Kiwadoi Seiitsu - Yes, poor Shigure and Tohru, Aaya's gonna be really happy as usual.

Midnight 1987 - Eep. -hides behind a curtain- You are officially my Mii-chan, since I'm obviously Shigure's female counterpart . . . But you're a scary Mii-chan . . . -sweatdrops- But as for Shigure confronting Tohru about the pregnancy, I'll have him confront her in the bedroom.

LadyKayannedra - -giggles- Aaya is cute, isn't he? LOL. Here's an Aaya plushy! -hands you an Ayame plushy-

The Cucumber Lady - Thank you. Y'know what? I now have a Mii-chan . . . Now I need a Hatori and an Ayame. Since I'm officially Shigure.

FurubaFmaNarutoHngFan - Your long name doesn't bother me. LOL. I'm glad you're enjoying the story though. Might I ask what Hng stand for? Just curious. LOL.

JennyKim319 - I'm sorry about the cliffy! I'm glad you're loving the story! Here's the update!

XdearestX - I'm sorry about not mentioning you last chapter. Your review came in a little late! Sorry! I'm glad you're enjoying the story though! Thank you!

Thank you everyone! This story is truly popular! -grins- Well, enjoy this story and see you at the end of this chapter. Ja'ne!
Disclaimer: I don't own Fruits Basket. Fruits Basket belongs to Natsuki Takuya-sama! No suing.
" . . . " - talking

' . . . ' - thinking

italics - song

Bold and Italics - a flashback or a dream

Bold - Shigure's dog instinct is speaking

A/N - Just in case, I'm warning you all now: there maybe spoilers from the anime and Manga! And Shigure may seem a little OOC. But it goes well with his struggling feelings for Tohru! And there will also be swearing, because of Kyo's bad mouth. n.n

2nd A/N - Since I'm going to bring a female Akito in here, and there's a strong sexual attraction between her and Shigure, I'm going to warn you all now, there is going to be sexual content intended in this chapter. And maybe for the rest of the story. I'm still unsure of later chapters though. Please do not be offended if you don't like this stuff. Just skip through it for your sake.
Chapter Sixteen

Shigure sighed, resting his head in his arms as he sat at Hatori's feet, "Haaaaaaa-saaaan. Heeeelllllp . . . " He whimpered as Ayame sat on Hatori's other side.

"Tori-san, Gure-san is real trouble." Aaya whined, gripping Hatori's body.

Hatori gritted his teeth, his eye twitching in irritation, "I heard you two idiots the first time . . . " The Dragon replied, gripping the book he was reading, "Now, Shigure, what is your problem?"

Shigure leaned into Hatori's body, laying his head in the Doctor's lap, "Ha-san, it's about Tohru-chan . . . "

Hatori's olive colored eyes glanced down at the crying Inu, "What is wrong with Tohru-san? You didn't get her pregnant, did you?" He said sarcastically.

Shigure's dark eyes widened and he let out a whine, nodding. Hatori growled, hitting Shigure across the head.

"You idiot!" The dark-haired Sohma yelled, "You got Tohru pregnant? Did you even think of the freakin' consequences?" Hatori glared down at the whimpering Novelist, "Akito is going to be so freaking pissed!"

"Tori-san!" Ayame quickly grabbed onto his cousin's arm before Hatori could hit Shigure once more.

Shigure's eyes narrowed at the mention of their God's name as Hatori continued to glare down at him.

"You're endangering Tohru, Shigure! If Akito finds out you got Tohru pregnant, she'll kill Tohru!"

Protect Tohru . . . Kill Akito . . .

Shigure's instincts flared to life, burning with hatred as Shigure snapped his head up. The Inu's dark eyes became darker with anger, glaring at the Dragon. Ayame gasped slightly as Shigure spoke.

"Akito can go to fucking hell!" Shigure growled, baring his teeth as he glared coldly at his two cousins, "No one, I mean no one will hurt her or my child!"

His two friends stared at him in shock, both remaining silent.

The Inu's heart pounded furiously in his chest, his instincts completely taking over, "If anyone tries to harm Tohru, I'll rip their throats out. I'll die before anyone hurts her . . . " Shigure immediately turned to Hatori, "Hatori, if you try erasing her memories, I promise I'll make you regret ever doing it . . . I'd never forgive you."

Hatori opened his mouth to speak, but all words had left him as he looked at his angered cousin in utter confusion. Ayame was the first one to speak, reaching over to touch Shigure.

"Shigure, calm down." The Hebi whispered, gently placing a hand on the Inu's shoulder to calm him, "No one is going to hurt Tohru-chan."

"Damn right . . . " Shigure whispered lowly, "I'll protect her with my life." With that said, the Sohma stormed out of the room, slamming the door behind him.

Hatori took in a deep breath, sighing, "Great . . . now Tohru-san is pregnant . . . " He replied, lighting up a cigarette.

Ayame looked at the Doctor, "Tori-san, he loves her deeply . . . " The Hebi said, "And Tohru-chan is scared about the pregnancy . . . You should have seen her, how she acted around Shigure . . . "

Hatori looked up at him, "I know. I can tell Shigure's scared as well, despite his actions."

Ayame bit his lip, looking away. After another moment, he spoke once more.

"Tori-san . . . "

"Hai?" Was Hatori's reply.

"If Akito-san asked you to erase Tohru's memories, would you do it?" He asked, not facing the Dragon.

Hatori's face softened and he looked down at his desk, remaining silent. He lifted his left hand, staring at it before closing it.

"No. I wouldn't erase her memories. Tohru is special to all of us. She gave the Sohmas a new hope." He replied, "I would never harm Tohru-san . . . Not even under Akito-san's orders."

Shigure slid the door open, not bothering to close it as he stormed into his own house. His instincts were still flaring, Hatori's threat of Akito still lingering in his mind.

"Tohru?" He called out, looking around.

"In your study, Shii-chan!" Came her voice from the Inu's study.

The Inu quickly strode over to his study, opening the door. Tohru gave a yelp as he bursted in. Sensing her Inu's anger and confusion, she turned around. Her eyes nervously stared at him as she pasted a smile on her face.

"Shii-chan, w-what's wrong?" She stammered, her heart thumping nervously in her chest.

Shigure gripped his hand against his robe as he stood there, staring at her, "Tohru, why didn't you tell me?" He asked.

Confusion was written on her face now as she blinked, "Tell you . . . what, Shii-chan?"

"About the pregnancy." He replied.

Tohru gasped, her heart skipping a beat, "H-how did you k-know about that?" She whispered, staring at him.

Shigure looked away, "You left the test in the bathroom." The Novelist glanced at her out of the corner of his eye.

Tohru shook her head, tears forming at her turquoise eyes, "I-I was scared, Shigure . . . " She whispered, "I didn't know what to do or what you would think . . . "

Shigure walked over to her. Before she knew what was happening, her Inu's arms went around her, drawing her close without triggering the curse. Shigure kissed her forehead, holding her close.

"I love you, Tohru-chan . . . And I want you to know that. I'll protect you and our child. No one is ver going to hurt you." He whispered, resting his chin on her head, "Tohru, I wouldn't love you any less. I'm glad to be starting a family with you . . . nothing can come in between us . . . "

Tears burned Tohru's eyes as she cried, "Shii-chan . . . " Her voice whispered.

Shigure looked down at her, "Tohru-chan, you can tell me anything . . . There's no reason to be scared . . . "

"Shii-chan . . . " Tohru whispered again, crying.

Shigure kissed her forehead, stroking her skin, "Ssh . . . It's ok, Tohru . . . " He held her closer, letting Tohru cry into his robe, sobs wracking her body as she did.

She looked up at the dark haired Sohma as he slipped under the covers beside her, "Shii-chan, are you mad at me?" Tohru asked.

Shigure looked down at her, propping himself up on his elbow as he smiled. The Inu reached out and cupped her cheek, carressing her soft skin with his fingers.

"No, I was just worried about you . . . " He replied, leaning closer, "I could never be mad at you, Tohru-chan."

Tohrusmiled, wiping away some tears, "Shii-chan . . . "

Shigure chuckled. He put his forehead to hers, holding her face.

"Aishiteru, Tohru-chan." He whispered, "I love you very much, with all my heart."

Tohru's eyes widened and she smiled, "I love you too, Shii-chan . . . " She whispered back before his lips were over hers.

Japanese Words

Ha-san - Shigure's nickname for Hatori

-san - used at the end of one's name in respect

Tori-san - Ayame's nickname for Hatori

Gure-san - Ayame's nickname for Shigure

-chan - used at the end of a small/young child's or a girl's name that is close with one

Inu - dog

Hebi - snake

Hai - Yes

Aishiteru - I love you

Shii-chan - a nickname given to Shigure by the younger Sohmas, mainly Momiji

Note - About Tohru being called, 'Tohru-kun'. We all know that Tohru her self is a girl and not a boy, but the name Tohru is a guy's name in Japan. And in the Manga, people often added -kun to Tohru's name, because of that purpose. Even Shigure calls her Tohru-kun.
Silver: Well, that whole problem is cleared. Shigure is now becoming a father and Tohru, a mother. But there's still one more problem, Akito. Well, hope to see you all next chapter. Ja'ne!