Chapter 13

Birthday

Sesshomaru

I'm going to kill her myself! I turn my back for all of five minutes and the damn woman goes missing! Why is it so hard for her to stay in my sight? Growling, I made my way upstairs, already having looked through the downstairs but not finding anything. If my mate isn't in this house, when I find her, I will take her over my knee!

The first place I ran to was our bedroom, and instantly, my shoulders relaxed as the smell of Kagome slammed into me. I followed the scent and silently opened the door to the bathroom. I couldn't help but smile at the sight that met me.

Kagome was in the tub, her head leaning over the side with her eyes closed. Her hair was tied up into a loose bun. Bubbles were covering her breasts, which I was thankful for because I did not want to take her until her leg completely healed. Her hands rested on her almost fully-grown stomach. I smirked at the thought that no amount of bubbles would ever cover her pregnant belly. I wouldn't change it.

"I love it." I said, causing Kagome to jump slightly.

"Kami, Sesshomaru! Do you have to scare me so? If you keep doing that, you're going to make me go into labor!" She scolded, her pink eyes glaring at me.

"You should have told me where you were going to be. I have been searching for you." I replied, walking over to the tub and kneeling down beside it. I reached out and placed my hands on her wet stomach, loving the way I could feel my pups moving beneath the skin.

"I can take a bath, ya know. I did it plenty of times before I met you." She retorted, crossing her arms.

"You could slip while getting out." I argued, not willing to back down on this.

"You took my heels. You won't let me out of your sight. You won't let me, or yourself, go back to work. What else are you going to do?" She moaned in irritation.

"I will take your tongue if you continue to complain about me protecting you." I growled playfully. I knew I was being unbearable, but there was nothing I could do. Protecting her and my pups was instinct; something that I couldn't fight.

"You like my tongue too much to take it." She teased, making my eyes snap towards her. Of course she would make a comment like that.

"I could always take another." I continued, struggling to keep the smirk off of my face.

"W-what?" Kagome whispered. Instantly, my heart dropped as the smell of tears hit my nose. She covered her face with her hands and I realized my joke may have gone too far.

"Kagome, you know I would not." I informed, moving my hands from her stomach to cup her cheeks. She still refused to move her hands and I gently pulled them from her face. She turned her head away from me but not before I saw her bottom lip trembling.

"Stop this, Kagome. You are the only one for me, and you know this." I stated, trying to get her tears to stop. They just seemed to flow more and I inwardly groaned. I hated it when she cried and now her tears were falling because of me.

I stood up quickly and began to undress. In a matter of seconds, I was bare and gently pushing her forward so I could step in behind her. At first, she fought against me, but eventually she gave in and let me pull her to rest her back on my chest, my bent knees resting on her sides.

"You know I love you." I whispered, tightening my arms around her shoulders and kissing the top of her head.

"I know." She replied cheerfully, confusing me. "I just wanted you to get in the tub with me."

"The next time you fake your tears, I will punish you." I growled. "You know what that does to me."

"I know, but I also know you wouldn't have gotten in with me otherwise. And I love you, too." She replied, a happy tone to her voice that made my anger subside. I kissed the side of her forehead and relaxed behind her.

"We still have not thought of names for the pups." I stated, looking down at her stomach as a pup moved beneath the skin.

I could see the pups moving now, and every time, my heart jumped in excitement. Sure, I was able to feel them before, or occasionally a foot would pop out, but now, as her due date came closer, their little heads or hands could be seen moving against the flesh that protected them. I just placed my hand over her stomach, enjoying the feel of the pups dancing around.

"You can do it. I know you will pick something good, and it will be one less thing I have to worry about." She sighed, placing her hand over mine.

"If that is what you wish." I agreed, not having a problem with her request at all. I couldn't wait to meet my pups and we only had one month left to go.

"Sesshomaru?" Kagome breathed, making me look towards her. Instantly, I regretted it. She was biting her lip in the most delicious way and I pulled back, knowing what she wanted.

"No." I growled, angry that my own body was betraying me and hardening.

"Why?" She whined, shifting her legs a tiny bit. I was thankful she wasn't completely leaning against me now, for if she was, I would have lost all control.

"Did you not just get out of the hospital a week ago?" I asked, demanding my cock to go down but failing miserably. Just the idea of taking this woman was making me painfully hard, but I would not risk reopening the wound on her leg.

"So? You could always just cut the stitches and lick it." She argued, turning to look at me slightly, her eyes instantly locking on to my cock which was twitching above the water.

"I cannot. The seriousness of the wound was inside. Kami, Kagome. Your femoral artery was severed. You almost died from blood loss." I reprimanded, the thought of her in the hospital softening my manhood, much to my relief.

At least, that is until Kagome let out the most adorable whimper I had ever heard once she realized I was losing my erection. It, of course, caused it to come back with a vengeance which just made her give the happiest smile I had ever seen.

"Fine, if you refuse, I guess I can't make you." She groaned before turning around. I was surprised at first and a tad bit disappointed that she was giving up. It had been over a week since I had taken her.

"Good. I do not wish for your wound to return." I stated, kissing her neck.

She sighed before placing her hands on the edge of the tub. I assumed she was attempting to get out so I scooted forward and placed my hands on her waist to help. What I had not expected was for her to lean over me slightly before dropping herself down to sheath my cock in her tight walls.

The surprised groan that left my throat had the vixen on top of me laughing as my hands tightened on her waist so I could keep her still. My head rested against her back as I fought for my control. I may be able to come out of this still.

"What is wrong, Sesshomaru?" She asked, wiggling her ass just so. I growled at her, letting her know I was not pleased with her actions, but all I received was a chuckle.

I could feel her clenching her walls around me, and my sensitive cock throbbed with her motions. Oh, how this woman controls me so. I do not believe she will ever understand just how tightly I was wrapped around her finger.

"You are cruel, Woman." I moaned, still trying to keep my control in check. I would not move.

"Just give up. You're already inside of me. Enjoy it." She replied, making me groan again.

"Why would you do this to me?" I asked, my voice very much strained. I felt like I was a pup who was losing all thought to the pleasures of a female. Just having her sitting on me like this was enough to make my mind go numb.

"Because you worry for nothing." She replied, leaning her back against me. I moved my chin to her shoulder and wrapped my arms around her.

"You are my mate, I will always worry." I informed, beginning to give in. No matter what, this woman would get what she wanted.

So, without another word, I turned my head towards her neck and began nuzzling against her skin. She submitted to me immediately and I rumbled my appreciation at such an act. My hands cupped her heavy and swollen breasts, massaging them gently.

Her little moans of encouragement was music to my ears as I finally began to gently thrust into her. If she wants me, she can have me. I would just be easy with her, as if she was made of glass. I would make sure nothing ever harmed her again, myself included.

I could feel her throw her head back over my shoulder as I gave her what she wanted. Her hands gripped at my thighs, squeezing as tightly as she could. I pulled my lip over my fangs, snarling out my pleasure at finally taking the woman I loved.

My eyes fell on her mating mark and, without thought, I bit down, loving the taste as her life force flooded over my tongue. It had been quite some time since I had used her mark to heighten our experience, and I was not regretting it now.

Instantly, she arched her back and moaned out her completion. Her velvety walls clamped down on me so tightly, I wondered if maybe she had locked me inside of her. She quite literally forced my own orgasm and I just about roared my release as I filled her very-full womb with my seed.

When I was finished spending myself inside of the small woman, I pulled my fangs from her skin and began licking away the blood. When she was cleaned and healed, I pulled her panting form to me and relaxed back in the tub, never once pulling out of her.

"Is that what you wanted?" I asked, smirking at her flushed and beautiful face.

"Indeed." She mocked. I smiled and kissed her forehead. I would never get enough of this woman.

"I think I'm going to invite Souta to Sakura's birthday party." Kagome whispered suddenly, making my eyes go wide. I was glad to see she was interested in getting to know her brother. Out of all of them, he seemed the most normal.

"I do believe he would like that." I assured, knowing she was worried about what everybody else would think.

"And Daddy?" She asked, her pink eyes meeting mine. I kissed her soft lips gently before pulling away.

"Father…he will be happy that you chose your brother to get close to rather than your father. He will accept Souta if you do." I answered, knowing that was the truth. It would be tough on the boy at first, for this family was very protective of her and he will be watched like a hawk.

"I just don't want him to get mad at me." Kagome admitted, making me chuckle.

"I do not believe Father is capable of becoming mad at you. You have him wrapped around your finger so tightly, I fear he will cut off the circulation." I teased, loving the small chuckle she released. My hands once again rested on her stomach and hers covered mine.

"We never did take maternity photos." Kagome said, making me sigh. I hated getting my photo taken, and even hated doing it for work, but…

"If you wish to have some taken, we can do so." I sighed. She looked up at me and beamed her bright eyes and mesmerizing smile my way. "I believe I am wrapped around your finger just as much."

"In a way, I am also wrapped around you." Kagome teased while simultaneously clenching her muscles around my manhood. My eyes flashed red and my cock instantly hardened again.

"What did I do to deserve you?"

Kenta

I held a giggling Sakura in my arms and couldn't stop the smile from forming on my face. Every time I made a noise, she laughed at me and I, in return, laughed at her. Today was her birthday, and InuYasha was running around frantic, trying to get everything ready for her party.

It was hilarious watching him freak out. Of course, anything to do with Sakura caused him to do so. Sesshomaru just sat beside me on the couch, his feet propped up and flipping through the channels, annoyed at the way his brother was decorating his house.

It was early morning and even I was a little upset to be awake. InuYasha had driven over and just about pulled me and Izayoi out of bed so we could come over and decorate. Of course, my helping only consisted of watching my lovely granddaughter.

"You bastards could get up and help!" InuYasha yelled, stomping into the living room covered in streamers. It seems the women got tired of his bitching.

"I am helping. I am watching your daughter." I argued, looking innocent. There was no way I was going to hang up party decorations.

"I will not help you destroy my house. This is almost as bad as when you found out Sakura was female." Sesshomaru growled, waving off InuYasha.

"First of all, you can get Kagome's lazy ass out of bed to watch Sakura." InuYasha said to me before turning to Sesshomaru. "And I'll remember this when your fucking pups are born, Asshole."

"You will not wake up my heavily pregnant mate, InuYasha. Especially if you wish to enjoy your daughter's birthday." Sesshomaru stated calmly, though his voice held a tone that said it was no idle threat.

"We have to have this house ready by noon! I need all the help I can get!" InuYasha just about whined.

"Call Kouga and Ayame or Miroku and Sango." I suggested. InuYasha was silent for a moment before running out of the living room to grab his phone. I only chuckled and turned my attention back towards Sakura.

"Kagome invited Souta." Sesshomaru said, making my eyes snap towards him.

"What did he say?" I asked, my voice tight. I really didn't want Kagome around anyone in that family.

"He agreed to come." He informed, his eyes reading my reaction. I set Sakura down and watched as she rolled onto her stomach while holding herself up on her arms. She immediately began to crawl and I let her go, never taking my eyes from her.

"Father?" Sesshomaru continued.

"What do you think of him?" I asked, worried for my daughter.

"I believe, out of them all, he is the most sane. Let him come today with the entire pack present. Between us all, we can get a decent reading on him." Sesshomaru soothed and my shoulders slouched.

"I guess, out of all of them, I would rather have my daughter get close to her brother than the man posing as her father or that wretched woman." I admitted with a sigh. I stood up and turned Sakura around, who was beginning to get too far away.

She immediately began making her way to Sesshomaru who also watched over her carefully. He'll never admit it but he loves his little niece. When she was in front of him, she reached up and latched on to his leg which was still resting on the coffee table.

"InuYasha! Kikyou! Come quick!" I urged quietly, not wanting to startle the baby.

As I suspected, the little girl put her other hand on his leg and attempted to prop herself up. She fell back at first but kept trying. Just as she pulled herself to her feet, Kikyou and InuYasha ran in and froze at what they saw.

"She did that on her own?" Kikyou asked, crying slightly.

"Indeed." Sesshomaru answered, looking at the small child who was smiling at him.

"Why the hell does he get all of the firsts?" InuYasha pouted, crossing his arms.

"I believe she chose you to mark first, which you can gladly have. I have no desire to be marked that way." Sesshomaru said, getting a glare from his younger brother.

Sakura fell back to the ground, bored with her uncle, and began crawling again. Kikyou instantly grabbed her and took her to Izayoi so she could be loved on for her new accomplishment. I chuckled before sitting back down beside my eldest.

"Fleabag and the rest will be here soon. Is anyone going to wake Kagome?" InuYasha asked before turning to Sesshomaru. "When your brats wake up, they are going to want to help and Kagome can keep them busy while we set up."

"This is my home, InuYasha. If you wish to have a birthday party for your daughter here, you will refrain from insulting my pups. Kagome will wake when she is ready. She is three weeks away from giving birth to twins, and she will sleep as much as she needs." Sesshomaru growled, his eyes flashing red in warning.

"InuYasha, stop worrying so much. Everything will be just fine." I said, making InuYasha groan in annoyance before he walked away.

"Sesshomaru, what is all of the noise?" A very sleepy Kagome asked as she walked down the stairs.

Instantly, Sesshomaru sat up straight and held out his arms to the woman he loved. She accepted and let him pull her onto the couch between himself and I. He wrapped his arm around her shoulder and she leaned into the crook of his arm, closing her eyes again.

"InuYasha is freaking out about Sakura's birthday." I answered, my eyes falling on Kagome's very-large stomach. I hadn't seen her since the accident and it almost looked as if she had doubled in size. "Are you sure you're only pregnant with twins?"

I asked the question before I could stop myself, and the moment one of her small feet connected with my thigh, I regretted it. For such a small woman, she sure had a powerful kick. I rubbed my thigh, ignoring Sesshomaru's small snicker, and glared towards Kagome who glared back.

"I can't help it that they are growing. Would you rather I be tiny and unhealthy?" She asked, making Sesshomaru growl and squeeze her closer to him.

"No. I–"I started, but was cut off by a screaming InuYasha who stormed past us covered in glitter.

"Kenta," Satori started, also appearing to have been woken up by the noise. "I do believe you should have pulled out with that one."

"I agree." Sesshomaru added, actually letting out a laugh.

"Fuck you, you overbred pricks!" InuYasha yelled, obviously hearing the exchange.

"Satori, leave InuYasha alone." I sighed. I still sometimes forgot she now lived here. For the most part, she kept to herself, only really talking to Sesshomaru and Kagome.

"How are you feeling, Kagome?" Satori asked, looking down at the very-pregnant female.

"Tired and sore." Kagome answered, snuggling deeper into Sesshomaru.

"The last few weeks of my pregnancy with Sesshomaru were the hardest. The back pain was the worst, until the labor that is. The little devil refused to come out, and I was in labor for two days." Satori informed, pushing me off the couch and taking my spot.

"Damn female." I mumbled, going to sit down on the other couch.

"Two days?" Kagome squeaked, her eyes widened comically.

"Yes, two days. He was a difficult child to whelp." Satori replied, not noticing the terrified look on Kagome's face, causing me to chuckle.

"He was difficult to raise as well. He was always cold and ruthless. Then, when InuYasha came along, it just got worse. Every prank you could think of, InuYasha became the target of." I sighed, thinking back on my two sons before Kagome came into the picture.

"I was not that bad." Sesshomaru defended, looking away as if he was bored.

"The fuck you weren't!" InuYasha yelled, coming back downstairs, free of glitter. "You glued my ass to a toilet seat because I broke your toy…I was four!"

"You deserved it…where did all of that glitter go?" Sesshomaru asked, eyeing his brother suspiciously.

"I jumped in your bed and rolled around like the dog I am." InuYasha smirked while crossing his arms.

In the blink of an eye, Kagome was suddenly sitting up straight and alone. She looked utterly confused, and I was about to laugh before a loud roar shook the entire house. I guess InuYasha hadn't been joking.

Realizing what he had done, InuYasha's eyes grew wide and he turned to run but didn't make it more than one step before Sesshomaru was back downstairs and dragging InuYasha towards the kitchen. It was silent for a moment before a loud scream could be heard that caused all of us to flinch.

Izayoi and Kikyou were now in the room, looking just as confused as the rest of us. All of a sudden, a pantless InuYasha ran into the room, steam rising off of his manhood. He ran past us and back upstairs before Sesshomaru calmly made his way to Kagome's side and finally spoke.

"Someone needs to make more coffee."

-sSs-

A few hours later, I was watching as Rin, Shippo, and a few of their friends from school jumped in the bounce house we had rented. It was a tad bit chilly outside so we were all bundled up slightly. InuYasha was refusing to talk to Sesshomaru, and I didn't blame him. Even I hurt when I thought of what my eldest did.

"Um, hello?" A shy voice called, making me turn to look at the one who spoke. I stiffened when I realized it was Souta. I know I shouldn't judge him automatically, but dealing with his mother made it hard to do so.

"Souta." I acknowledged, giving a slight nod of my head.

"Kagome invited me." He continued, trying to break the tension.

"Father, did we not talk about this?" Sesshomaru asked, walking up to us before turning to Souta. "You may sit where you please. Kagome will be out shortly."

"Thanks. I bought Sakura something. I don't really know what to get for kids so I hope it's okay. My girlfriend picked it out." He admitted with a shrug of his shoulders before handing me a bag.

"I'm sure it is fine." Sesshomaru continued, turning as he felt Kagome approaching.

"Hey, Kagome!" Souta called, excited to see her. I looked at him, surprised. His happiness seemed legit. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad for Kagome to get to know her twin.

"Hey, Souta. I'm glad you could make it. Come on in, get something to eat and drink, and join the rest of us." She answered, holding out a hand to guide him to the appropriate area.

"Be nice." Sesshomaru warned. I just waved my hand at him and went back to my thoughts.

It didn't take long before everyone was sitting around, watching the children play. All of the parents had decided to just drop off their kids and let us deal with them, which actually wasn't so bad since Sango, Izayoi, Ayame, and Kikyou were here. They loved anything to do with children and chasing around twenty of them from the ages of one to five wasn't a big deal.

Kagome wanted to help, too, but her mate refused her, and I had to agree. She was too far along to be running around like that. I couldn't help but picture an animated version of her being top-heavy and falling over her own two feet. It was funny in my head, but I was worried for her. Kagome was a naturally small woman, and now, she was full with not only one pup, but two.

"I saw the wreck on tv." Souta started, making Kagome flinch.

"Yea, it's big news because the fucker is trying to sue us. We all know he is doing it for publicity because of who we are. What better way is there to get yourself known than to take the Taisho family to court?" InuYasha scoffed, getting angry.

"I actually have something to say about that." Souta admitted. "I'm not sure if it's true, but I overheard Mom talking to someone on the phone about the case."

"What do you mean?" I asked, noticing the way Sesshomaru immediately tensed up.

"She was yelling at the person about not succeeding the first time and that he better do it this time. I'm not sure what she meant though."

"How far is she willing to go to get Kagome back?" Sesshomaru asked, his eyes tinting red in the corners.

"I don't know, but I do know it's more than it should be. That is why I agreed to come today. I wanted to warn you. She has become obsessed. She hacked into your phone and bank accounts. She is constantly going to Kenta's house, waiting on her to show up. Even today, she attempted to follow me here which is why I rode my motorcycle. I was able to lose her." He admitted, looking ashamed. I looked at Sesshomaru who was trying to keep himself under control. Kagome looked upset and I knew we were all thinking the same thing.

"It's another fucking Naraku." Kouga stated, somehow reading my mind.

"Naraku?" Souta asked, confused.

"Another story for another time." Miroku answered, knowing we still did not fully trust the young man.

"What are we going to do? Kagome is three weeks away from giving birth. She doesn't need the stress of dealing with a crazy bitch." InuYasha stated before giving a quick glance to Souta. "No offense."

"None taken. I have actually talked to Dad about getting her checked out for a mental disorder. He always said that she was just grieving but it has been twenty-six years since our real father died. The time for grieving has long since passed. It wasn't until she got it in her head that she wanted her daughter back that Dad began seeing that maybe I was right." Souta said, looking sad. "We even tried to force her to leave here, but the moment she realized what we were doing, she jumped out of the moving car."

"Is my mate in danger?" Sesshomaru asked, his eyes fully red now. Souta noticed this as well and I could see how much he tensed.

"I-I honestly don't know. I would like to say Mom wouldn't hurt her own flesh and blood, but at this point, I'm not sure what she would do. I'm trying my best to keep her away from you all, but I can't promise anything. She doesn't trust me anymore and is no longer telling me what she wants." He answered, watching Sesshomaru carefully.

Kagome reached up and placed a hand on her mate's face, whispering soothing words in his ear. I growled, not liking how my daughter was once again the target of someone wanting to hurt her. First Naraku, now her own mother. Kagome deserves to be happy and at peace to raise her family, but once again, something was stopping that from happening.

"I'm really sorry. If I had known how she was going to start acting, I would never have allowed her to come. But when she told me I had a twin sister, I just…I wanted to meet you." Souta continued, looking upset.

"It's not your fault." Kagome started. "You can't control what she does, and I thank you for warning us. We can keep an eye out now, and Sesshomaru will keep me safe."

"Kagome, if she hurts you in any way, I will kill her." Sesshomaru warned, turning his red eyes to his mate. Kagome, in return, looked towards Souta, who looked terrified.

"He means it, Souta, and I can't stop him. She may hate demons, but I am completely protected by them. I have seen what they are capable of and it's not pleasant. For her own safety, she needs to stay away." Kagome warned, knowing that her brother would not want to see his mother be disemboweled.

"I know. I'm just not used to being around demons. I keep forgetting that they are, in fact, different from humans. My girlfriend is a demon, yet she acts so human, it's unreal. At first glance, I don't see a difference." He admitted with a sigh. "I just see people."

"I'm glad you think like that." Kagome replied with a huge smile. "But you also need to remember, they are demons. There will be things that are different. They do not follow the law like humans do. If someone in their pack is hurt, they attack, no questions asked. Your girlfriend will be the same way. It's great you do not judge them for what they are, but at the same time, you can't forget what they are either."

"Yea, I know." Souta agreed, looking around at my pack before smiling. "It's kinda cool to see diversity in a pack. Human, hanyou, and yokai."

"I do not judge who I let join. The only one who I wish I could kick out is Satori, but the bitch forced her way in." I mumbled before suddenly getting slammed into the ground.

"This bitch can hear you." Satori snarled, stepping off of me.

"You're lucky you are my son's mother." I replied, pushing myself out of the dirt. I glared at the rest who were laughing at my predicament.

"Luck has nothing to do with it. While I may no longer be your wife, you still care for me as a woman and our son's mother. You may call me a bitch all you want, but you are glad I am back, if only for Sesshomaru." She stated, once again pushing me from my seat so she could sit down. I ground my teeth together, trying to refrain from killing her.

"I sometimes wonder if those two will ever get along." Sesshomaru teased, kissing Kagome on her forehead. I had to admit, even though I didn't like how she did it, she had somehow broken the tension that had grown in the group.

"I do not believe we have ever gotten along. Even when you were conceived, we bickered. It was not very pleasurable." She admitted, making me growl.

"Ha! Pops, I didn't know you suck in bed." InuYasha laughed, making my head snap towards him.

"Boy! You may be grown, but I will still take you over my knee." I snapped, watching as his ears flattened to his head. "Maybe I should have pulled out."

"Don't you dare say that to our son, Kenta!" Izayoi yelled, making me flinch. I forgot she was outside.

"It was a joke, Woman." I replied, ignoring all of the snickers around.

"I don't care! If I ever hear you speak so lowly of him again, I will make you wish your own father had pulled out!" She yelled, making everyone, except Sesshomaru, bust out laughing.

"This damn family is going to put me in an early grave." I mumbled.

-sSs-

Here is Chapter 13. There are three things in this chapter that are important, but you will not find out more about them until later. Souta's girlfriend, the man who hit Kagome and InuYasha, and Kagome and Souta's mother and father. I'm sorry it took so long to get this chapter out. I hope you all can forgive me.

Teaser: Chapter 14: Court. What happens when Kagome and the others go to court? How does the group react when they find out the truth about the accident? Why is Kagome so stressed out? Continue reading to find out.

I do not own InuYasha.