Chapter 16

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I shifted my weight slightly, trying to get the blood to flow to my legs again. Kagome was in my lap, still sleeping off her exhaustion, and I had been sitting in the same position all night. Even though I was a demon, sitting in one place for so long would be enough to make anyone's legs fall asleep.

I looked down in my bent arm and noticed Ken'ichi looking at me. His pink eyes seemed to study every movement I made. Smiling, I brought him up to my face and brushed my nose against his cheek. He grunted at me and I rumbled in acknowledgement.

He would grow to be a fine pup. Aimi was just as strong as he was. While she was asleep in Father's arms at the moment, before, when her uncle had accidentally been hurting her, she had shocked him with her reiki.

Of course, everyone, except a sleeping Kagome and angry InuYasha, had found her show of power amusing, after the shock of a newborn pup having said powers had worn off, that is. Even with her occasional shocks, Father had yet to put down his granddaughter, and I wasn't sure he ever would.

"The snow has stopped, and the roads are being cleared." Mother stated, walking away from the window. "I will fly home and bring back the car seats. By the time I return, the roads should be cleared enough to get Kagome and the little ones somewhere more comfortable."

"Thank you, Satori." Father acknowledged, not looking away from Aimi. Mother nodded before she suddenly disappeared.

"I'll run back. I want to stop by Flea Bag and Ayame's place. I know that Sango probably warned them, but they need to hurry up and move back into Sesshomaru's." InuYasha informed, walking over to me.

I sighed, knowing exactly what he wanted. Once again, my pup was taken from my arms. I had yet to even hold my daughter, and I was sure it would be a while before I ever did. Even so, I was glad InuYasha had taken Ken'ichi because, at that moment, Kagome began to stir.

I nuzzled her mating mark, helping her to fully wake up. She groaned before blinking her eyes and looking around. When she spotted me, she smiled. When her eyes widened, I realized she just remembered what had happened and I couldn't keep my deep chuckle hidden.

"How are you feeling, Kagome?" Izayoi asked, kneeling down beside her daughter.

"Sore, but I'm fine." Kagome admitted, moving around slightly, most likely having the same problem I was.

"Do you think you can get to the couch?" I asked. She wiggled some more before giving a small nod.

I helped her lean up slightly before pushing myself to my feet. I couldn't help but do a little dance as the blood rushed back down my legs. Kagome giggled at me as I turned and grabbed her elbows, helping her gently to her own feet.

As she stood, the large T-shirt fell down to her thighs and I scowled. She would need better clothing before we left. There was no way she could stay warm in that. When she was by the couch, I helped her sit down in a comfortable position before placing the blanket over her legs.

"Are the twins hungry?" Kagome asked, looking at the other males who were holding our pups.

"They are not acting as if they are." Father answered, holding Aimi closer to him.

"Can I see them?" Kagome continued, making me sigh. I knew what was coming.

"No." Father replied, giving her a firm glare.

"Father, she is not your pup." I scolded, not even flinching when his glare turned towards me.

"She is my grandpup, and I still want to hold her." He retorted.

"Kagome is the mother, just as I am the father. I have not even had a chance to hold her yet, and I wish to do so. InuYasha give my son to Kagome." I ordered, taking Aimi from the crestfallen daiyokai.

InuYasha did as he was told, smirking at the way our father was acting. Afterwards, he returned to Kikyou's side while Izayoi comforted her mate. I looked down at my daughter, finally able to hold her in my arms.

She blinked her golden eyes as she looked at my face. I rumbled slightly to see how she would react and wasn't surprised when I received a response. Both of my children were smart and strong. They will do many things with their lives.

"So, when are you going to have more?" Father asked, making me look at him.

"Can I at least heal for a bit, please?" Kagome begged, making a few of us laugh.

Just then, Mother returned with two car seats and a bag. She placed the seats down on the floor before walking towards Kagome. After she set the bag down, she looked over my mate, making sure everything was okay.

"I picked up some clothes for the pups and Kagome." She announced, reaching into the bag and handing an outfit to Kagome before doing the same to me.

She also handed us diapers and I was thankful for her thoughtfulness. It didn't take long before both pups were dressed and suckling their mother's breasts. I couldn't help but smile at the way Kagome held a twin in each arm while they ate their fill. She will be a wonderful mother.

"I can't wait to get home and see Shippo and Rin." Kagome stated, looking down at our son and daughter.

"Once they are finished feeding, we will load them into the car seats and get you dressed. Then we will go home." I said, sitting beside her and running my hand along the back of Aimi's small head.

I nuzzled into Kagome's neck, still insanely proud of her. I placed my hand on her lower back before resting my chin on her shoulder. I looked down to our feeding children and couldn't keep the smile off of my face. I had a feeling it was going to be hard to keep my stoic mask in place for at least a few days.

When Ken'ichi released Kagome with a pop, I grabbed him from her and placed him on my chest, his head resting on my shoulder. I patted his back slightly, thinking on how I had been so scared when I first found out Kagome was pregnant.

I had been worried that I would hurt my pups, and it had all been for nothing. My instincts were in overdrive, and it was as if I had done this a million times. With Rin, my instincts were there, but nothing like this. I loved Rin like my own daughter, and I always would, but it was as if the inu part of me knew that these were my blood children. I loved all four of my children equally, and I will always protect them. I just knew that I would be more protective of Ken'ichi and Aimi, more than I had been with Rin when she was an infant.

After Ken'ichi let out a little burp, I stood and walked to his car seat. I placed him in it and buckled him up before wrapping a baby blanket around him to keep him warm. By the time I finished, Aimi had finished feeding and was currently being burped by Kagome.

When the little sound escaped Aimi and Kagome's face turned into a scowl, I knew my mate had not been as lucky as I had been. I quickly grabbed a towel that had been wrapped around one of my pups and cleaned the spit up off of Kagome's back.

"You are lucky. None got in your hair." I informed, chuckling at Kagome's growl.

After I cleaned her, I quickly got Aimi settled like Ken'ichi before helping Kagome get dressed. Father was in the garage, getting the car warmed up, and InuYasha had already run to Kouga and Ayame's.

When Kagome was dressed, luckily in one of her own t-shirts and a pair of sweatpants, we all began cleaning up the office. Kagome insisted on helping and, knowing how stubborn she was, we agreed. Of course, everyone ran to do everything before she really even had a chance to do so.

After everything was situated, we loaded ourselves into the car and headed home. Kagome was still scared of the ride, and I had no choice but to pick her up and put her in the Escalade. I knew it caused her some pain, but that was what she had wanted.

When we arrived home, I carefully carried her to the front door before setting her down on her feet. I pushed open the door, knowing Father would grab the twins. When we walked in, two squeals could be heard, and I had to quickly grab my oldest children to keep them from crashing into their mother.

"Mommy! Daddy!" Rin yelled, hugging her tiny arms around my neck.

"We missed you!" Shippo yelled, bouncing in his spot on my side.

"We missed you, too. I do hope you behaved for Sango and Miroku." I replied, kissing both of them on the forehead.

"They were great, as always." Sango said, walking into the room, followed by her husband. "How are you feeling, Kagome? Come and sit down."

"I'm good, just sore and tired still." Kagome admitted before slowly walking past me and following behind Sango.

"Where are the babies?" Miroku asked me as we fell into step beside each other.

"Father is bringing them in."

"I'm surprised he hasn't stolen them." Miroku laughed.

"He tried. Especially Aimi. She has his stripes." I informed, causing the other male to chuckle.

When Kagome was settled on the couch, I set Shippo and Rin down, ordering them to be still and wait there. They, of course, obeyed while Kagome hugged them as best she could. Shippo noticed that her stomach was much flatter than it had been and asked what happened.

"Well, you see, last night while we were stuck at the office, your brother and sister decided they wanted to meet everyone." Kagome answered, smiling as Shippo and Rin's faces lit up.

"Where are they? I want to hold my sister!" Rin yelled, bouncing in her seat.

"They are here." Father announced, walking in with a car seat in each hand.

Surprising everyone, Sango squealed before running over to the twins. She looked over both of them, cooing at them. When she was finished and realized just how she had been acting, she stood up straight and tried to hide her blush.

"Father, hand Ken'ichi to Shippo." I ordered, taking Aimi from him.

I set her down and removed her from her car seat before turning to Rin. I informed her and Shippo how to have their arms positioned before gently placing Aimi in Rin's arms, Father doing the same with Ken'ichi and Shippo.

Both older siblings looked down at their younger siblings with awe and excitement. I was glad to see that Shippo and Rin were accepting of the two. It meant they would be just as protective as all of the others in this pack.

"So, my dear Kagome, did you ever think that in just over two years, you would become married, mated, and a mother to four?" Miroku asked, making Kagome laugh.

"When you say it like that, it does sound like a lot. No, I hadn't thought any of this would happen, but I wouldn't change a thing." She admitted, looking at me before turning her gaze to our four children.

"No, this is too perfect to change." She whispered. The only thing I could do was agree.

-sSs-

Sorry it took so long for this chapter. I had serious writer's block for this story. Even this chapter isn't as long as it normally is. I still hope you enjoyed though. Next chapter will be getting back into the reality of the situation around the family.

Teaser: Chapter 17: Forgiveness: What unexpected guest cases a slight uproar at Kagome's baby shower? Can Kagome forgive the person who accidentally interrupted, or will the person forever be hated? Continue reading to find out.

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