Sorry everyone for the long wait, I just haven't had time nor really the motivation to type. I also am in creative writing right now and have many storys that I'm writing and this one just kinda blended in with it. I would promise you another chapter soon but the next two a friend of mine is writing so I don't know when you'll get those but apart from that enjoy the chapter.

oOo Last Time oOo

Kagome nodded and found the rest by scent and introduced everyone. Since there was nothing to pack or gather they quickly left heading towards Inu Yasha's forest.

Chapter 17 Home

"talking" 'thinking' (notes or other) /"Rare talking"/

oOo Normal POV oOo

The group made good time getting to the well. Sesshomaru unlike others knew that for a slave to do a good job they should be healthy and kept all of his slaves healthy and in shape so Lion didn't slow them down. But even with excellent time they still only made it to Kaede's by night fall. They decided to spend the remainder of the night there and head to the future in the morning. Lion and Kaede seemed to get along quite well resulting in Inu Yasha mumbling "Keh, old people." Not expecting any one but Kilala hearing (Shippo is sleeping) which thanks to his selective memory resulted in a 'sit'. In the morning Kagome, Lion, and Rare headed for the well while everyone slept and Inu Yasha watching over them.

"Do you think she'll be happy to see me? I mean, I was gone for a very long time…"

"Don't worry, when mom remarried, she was happy with Souta's dad, Souta's my half-brother and your step-son I guess. And although she was sad when he died I don't think she ever really loved him as much as she loves you. When she talked about you her eyes just lit up, trust me dad, she still loves you…dad."

Lion turned to her with a wide grin.

"Dad. I like that. C'mon, let's get this show on the road and surprise our lovely family

They grabbed each others hand and jumped into the well. Lion had a peaceful and content smile on his face when they 'landed'. Since their hands ere still entwined Kagome dragged Lion over to the house and knocked on the door. Her ears twitched and heard running inside of the house. Souta opened the door and as soon as he saw her launched himself at her.

"Kagome! I knew you'd be back in time for my birthday party!"

"Yup, you know I wouldn't miss it for the world! …Souta, this is Lion, my dad."

Souta pulled away from Kagome.

"Does that make him my dad?"

"Ya, kinda like a step-father."

Souta stared at Lion then broke into another grin and pumped his fists into the air.

"This is the best birthday ever! My cool super-hero sister is here as well as my new dad!"

Lion chuckled and knelt to Souta's level.

"I wasn't informed it was your birthday but I know just what to give you." Lion winked at Souta. "I just need to talk to your mom first."

"Really? Cool!"

"Hey brat, where is mom?"

"She went with grandpa to get snacks. She'll be back in around a half an hour and my friends in an hour."

"Oh, that's nice, you gonna let us in now?"

Souta blinked then realized he was still standing in the door way and Kagome and Lion ere still outside. He blushed and moved aside to let them in. Once in Kagome left Souta to show Lion to the living room while she went to her mother's room and got Lion some clothes.

"Here Rare, bring this to my dad then come find me, kay?"

/"Kay"/

Rare grabbed the clothes and went back downstairs while Kagome went to her room to change as well. She put on a light blue sleeveless blouse and beige Khaki Skirt. She smile as Rare came in.

oOo With Lion and Souta oOo

Lion walked back into the living room in a white t-shirt and blue jeans and sat beside Souta And, as to not make a complete fool of himself later, found out stuff about Souta's life, like his age. What seemed to them only a couple minutes they heard the front door open and Ray call for Souta. Lion grinned evilly.

"Don't tell her I'm here, o your sister for that matter."

Souta grinned evilly as well and went to help bring in bags with snacks. Lion stealthily made his way into the porch area. He followed Ray into the kitchen and waited for the other two to leave before he crept up behind her as she was opening chip bags and wrapped his arms around her waist.

"Want some help love?"

Ray turned around as fast as she could in his arms and faced him with tears threatening to spill. She lightly traced his face markings (which he allowed to show for her). Lion put his larger hand over hers and brought it to his lips, placing a light kiss on it. Ray let out a noise of happiness and buried her head in his chest, wrapping her arms around him as well. They stayed like that until Kagome walked in.

"Ok, as much as me and Souta are happy for you, the snacks have to be brought out and their not going to do it themselves."

Lion and Ray looked at her sheepishly. The three of them worked together and quickly finished getting the snacks ready and brought them into the living room where Souta had just finished putting up the last decoration. They all just sat and talked for the remainder of the time (except Jii-san, he went to nap) until the door bell rang. Lion and Ray went upstairs as Kagome and Souta raced to the door. The first there were Hilary and Satoro. After that the rest quickly arrived until they were all there. The kids had a blast under Kagome's supervision (much better then parents and even joined in sometimes). When it came time fort gifts Kagome positioned herself across from Souta to take pictures better. It didn't take long for Souta to rip through the presents.

"Here squirt, there's no harm in letting you have your gift from me right now."

Kagome handed him a wrapped box. Souta put it on his lap giving a quick peace sign for the camera and went to open it. But before he could even touch it the top flew off and Rare jumped at Souta. Souta let out a surprised yet happy sound and thanked Kagome repeatedly then went with his friends while carrying Rare into the kitchen. Kagome followed as well and put plates in front of everyone then took the cake out. She put candles on the cake, the same amount as his age and moved away from the cake so Souta was right in front of it.

"Make a wish Souta."

Souta closed his eyes, opened them, and blew all but one candle out. Everyone "oooh"ed making Souta blush and quickly blow the last one out. Kagome chuckled and handed Souta a large knife.

"I think you're old enough to cut your own cake now."

oOo After the party oOo

Souta and Kagome were saying goodbye to the last of the party guests when Lion called them into the living room. They both sat down on the couch with Lion, one on each side.

"Me and your mother talked during your party and she agreed with what I want to do as long as you agree as well." Lion took a deep breath. "Souta, I would like to perform a ritual that will basically make you my blood son."

"Really! Cool! Will I have a tail? Or ears?"

Lion chuckled at his enthusiasm.

"Sorry Souta but no. You'll have better senses, speed, strength, and you might gain eyes like me and your sister."

"So I'll be a super human with eyes like you two?"

"If you accept, yes."

"Awesome! When are we gonna do it?"

"Now if you want. Kagome will you get a bowl and knife please?"

"Sure."

Kagome went to do that while Lion told Souta what to do and sat on the floor opposite him. Kagome came back and gave the bowl and knife to Lion then sat on the couch to watch. Lion put the bowl in between him and Souta. He took the knife and cut his palm over top of the bowl then gave the knife to Souta. Souta did the same wincing. When both of their blood was mixed in the bowl Lion whispered a spell. By the time he finished the blood had filled the bowl and turned a bark maroon colour. Lion dipped a finger into the blood and grabbed Souta's wrists. He traced stripes onto Souta's wrists with the blood. Lion then cupped his hands, filled them with blood, and drank it. He did the same and put it to Souta's lips to drink. Once Souta had he fainted and the stripes on his wrists glowed. Lion picked him up and wordlessly handed him to Kagome to take to his bad while Lion cleaned up.

oOo Morning oOo

Kagome was in the kitchen helping Ray cook with Lion watching from the table when Souta excitedly zipped in. It turned out Lion was right in what he would gain (although his main eye colour was still brown they did change with his mood) and he also kept the stripes on his wrists.

oOo After breakfast oOo

"Ready to go Kagome?" Lion happily sighed. " I can't wait, it's been so long since I've seen my family and tribe."

"Yup, bye mom, jii-san, Souta! And thanks for letting me take Rare with me for the time being squirt."

"Bye love," Lion kissed Ray, "bye father," they nodded to each other, "bye son," he lovingly ruffled Souta's hair.

The two slowly made their way to the well house.