***Chapter 36***

''Happy birthday little dude! Happy birthday princess!'' Squirt said as Amaya pinched their chubby cheeks.

The twins were playing on the floor of the big terrace at CC's compound. Goku Jr and Arula were playing with them while Pan and Bulla chased each other, flying around. Bulma had outdone herself. This was the biggest party she had ever organized. ''Too much Bulma…'' Grumbled Akira.

''Good thing you didn't let her plan your wedding huh?'' Giggled Videl. Akira rolled her eyes, smiling.

Beerus, Whis, Cheelai, Lemo, Shin, Old Kai and Kibito appeared all together. Rei practically ran towards the Destroyer, making the green lady smile. Beerus was trying to appear nonchalant and annoyed but he was fooling no one. Cheelai picked Rei up. ''Hello you! Happy birthday! Yeah grandpa is grumpy… he didn't sleep enough!'' She teased her beau earning her a ''hmph''.

Vegeta wasn't standing against his favorite wall for once. He was behind the BBQ, listening and scoffing at Goku and Broly's conversation.

Akira felt arms wrap around her from behind. ''Hello Mrs Briefs. I have to say, you are particularly breathtaking today.''

''Only today? So I'm not on every other day?'' She mused.

''Well if you were breathtaking every day the poor man would suffocate, give him a chance!'' Joked Gohan as he hugged his own wife. Akira raised her eyebrow at her friend and pursed her lips. The couple did not notice her expression. She turned her head to look up at Trunks. He raised his eyebrows at her. She smiled, barely shifting her eyes towards their friends. His eyes grew big and he slightly nodded once. Her smile grew. She felt his Ki flutter a little. He was happy for them. Akira was too. Kale stepped out with a food platter. Akira smiled and nodded towards her too. Trunks' eyes grew wide again.

''Her too?!'' He whispered. She giggled giving him an ''Mhmm''. He instinctively lowered his arms on her abdomen. She leaned her head against his shoulder, shaking her head, no. She wasn't sad and knew he wasn't either. Kenji and Rei were miracles they never thought they'd ever have. Grand Priest had granted them this gift and they both knew it was probably a one time shot. Their hands were also pretty full with the mischievous twins. He kissed the top of her head.

''GOKU! That's not nice!'' Videl suddenly yelled at her son. He was pulling Rei's long black locks, making her cry. She quickly grabbed on to his spiky hair in return. Akira chuckled. Vegeta and Goku were watching carefully from their spot. When Rei had retaliated, Vegeta had smirked.

''No, Rei. Play nice.'' Akira suddenly said. She had felt her daughter's Ki flare. Goku Jr's own Ki spiked also. ''Oh dear.''

Kenji darted towards the boy, colliding directly with him, making him release his hold on his sister. Now both Goku Jr and Rei were crying and Kenji was rubbing his head, his lower lip quivering. ''HAH!'' Vegeta couldn't help himself, his own grandchildren were having the upper hand on Goku's.

''Not exactly a fair fight, Vegeta. They are two against one.'' Goku said as he picked up his grandson.

''Don't be a sore loser Kakarot. They are younger than him and we both know Rei could take him on easily.'' Akira and Videl rolled their eyes at the grown Saiyans. Vegeta picked Rei up while Broly picked up Kenji.

''Uncle Broly will teach you how to tackle your opponent without hurting yourself, Champ.'' He told his nephew.

''Bud, we're going to have issues here if your son keeps picking on my daughter.'' Joked Trunks making everyone laugh.

It took almost six months to start rebuilding their countryside home. Trunks had wanted to hire an architect to redesign the whole thing but Akira had refused. She wanted it back the same exact way it had been initially. She had even asked Whis to replace the knitted blankets from Janice.

''There's nothing you'd want to change?''

''No Trunks, nothing. I loved it the way it was, the way you made it for me, for us.'' She closed the door separating their kids' room with theirs at CC. When she turned to face her husband he was loosening his tie. He had made it home just in time to kiss the kids goodnight. He smiled at her as he placed his suit jacket and tie on the back of a chair. She made her way towards him as he was untucking his dress shirt. He looked at her and cupped her cheek with his hand, raising his eyebrows as she slowly started undoing the buttons of his shirt. ''Trunks?''

''Hmm?'' He said, raising his free hand and gently rubbing the back of her upper arm, his forehead resting against hers. Undoing the last button, she slowly pushed the shirt off his shoulders and rubbed her hands on his chest. His fingers reached under her chin, gently lifting her lips to his. Their noses were touching and she slowly moved her head from side to side, rubbing the tip of her nose on his.

''Trunks'' She breathed his name. He could listen to her say his name all day and never get tired of it.

''Hmm?'' He hummed, his lips almost touching hers. One of his hands laid on the small of her back. Her hair had started growing back but did not reach her lower back yet. His other hand rested on the side of her face. She brought her arms up and laced them around his neck, gently playing with his lavender locks as she closed her eyes.

''I love you.'' She whispered.

''I love you.'' He answered in a low whisper.

''Show me.'' She said, gently pressing her lips to his.

''WELCOME HOME!'' They all yelled in unison when Broly, Kale, Arula and the newest member of their big family appeared.

Behind them stood Caulifla and Cabba. The young man's arm around his mate's waist. He was so shy and reserved while she was feisty and wild. It always made Broly and Akira smile.

Kale held the little bundle wrapped in a green blanket while Arula sat in her father's arms.

''Oh dear! Congratulations! He is gorgeous!''

''Thank you Bulma. Thank you for having us again!'' The little family had gone back to Sadala for the birth of their new baby boy. ''There's actually a second reason to celebrate though.'' She grinned.

Everyone stopped talking and looked at the tiny woman. Cabba cleared his throat, his cheeks turning a bright red color. ''Hmm.. Caulifla and I… hmm.. we…''

Akira smiled. ''We're having a baby.'' The full blooded female Saiyan finished for him. Everyone erupted in cheer. Both full blooded Saiyan couples now mainly resided in Universe 7 but frequently traveled to see family and friends back on Sadala.

After the congratulation rounds, Akira stepped in requesting to hold her nephew. Kale transferred the little bundle in her arms. ''Hi baby! You're so handsome!'' She rubbed her nose on his head. ''Auntie Akira is so happy to see you, Kohlby. These are your cousins, Rei and Kenji.'' She said, kneeling down so her kids could see the new baby. Trunks smiled at the scene. His kids were rowdy but somehow gentle when needed, just like their mother. Seeing the look on her niece's face, Akira gently handed the baby to Trunks and picked Arula up, sitting her on her hip. ''I love you Ru! Are you happy to have a new baby brother?'' The little girl pouted a little and then shrugged. Akira giggled before nuzzling her neck, making her niece giggle in return.

''Prince Trunks, you haven't lost your touch at holding little bundles I see.'' Whis giggled earning him a raised eyebrow from the man.

Akira had gone inside to pick up a platter for Vegeta and Goku to place the cooked steaks on. ''You ok Videl? Can I get you anything?'' She asked her friend. The poor Earthling looked like she could pop at any time. Technically, it was very much possible for her to pop anytime as her due date was fast approaching.

''You could get this baby to come out, it would be great!'' Akira rubbed the bump.

''Come on little princess! Auntie Aki can't wait to meet you!''

''Trunks! Where's Squirt?'' Bulma asked. ''He was here a minute ago! Where did he vanish to?'' Trunks smirked and looked at Akira. Amaya had eclipsed herself also.

''He'll be back in a minute, Mother. Did you need something?'' The older version covered for his other self. His hands were free after handing Kohlby to Cheelai. Kenji was wrestling with Goku Jr in the middle of the terrace, the scene oddly resembled when Squirt and Goten used to wrestle when they were kids. Rei was in a staring contest with Beerus and she seemed to have the upper hand. His scoff made her giggle and hug her grandfather. ''Rei win!'' She said earning her a ''Yeah yeah..'' from the God. He knew his counterpart planned on proposing to his girlfriend and he guessed he had decided this was the right time to do it. The thought made him smile. Squirt often came to him now for advice. Their relationship was truly one two brothers would have.

Taking in the beautiful, peaceful atmosphere around them, Akira smiled. Suddenly, the hybrid felt her eyes unfocus and her head spin a little. She quickly regained her balance holding on to the nearby wall before anyone noticed. She realized this had happened a few times in the previous weeks. Her eyebrows shot up. ''Hm..'' Her eyes searched for Whis.

''Aki, everything ok?'' Videl asked her friend.

''Yes, everything is perfect… just taking in all this happiness and love.''

Trunks made his way to her. ''Who could you be looking for, Mrs. Briefs? I am right here my Goddess.'' He whispered in her ear, sending shivers down her spine. ''When I was holding Kohlby earlier, Whis said..'' She cut him off by crushing her lips on his, surprising him. ''Euh, not that I'm complaining but…'' He raised an eyebrow at her. She was looking directly into his eyes. The darkness of them was hypnotizing.

''Trunks… I.. hmm.. we… euh.. where's Whis?'' The lavender-haired demi-Saiyan was confused by his wife's sudden behavior.

''I believe more congratulations are in order my Lady, hmm?'' They heard Whis whisper as he passed them confirming her thought.

Trunks' eyes widened in surprise. He didn't dare move or say anything, waiting for Akira to confirm he had understood properly. She smiled and gently nodded. He laid his forehead against hers. He subtly laid a hand on her stomach as she kissed his forehead. He reached for her hand and kissed her wrist then her knuckles. She suddenly pouted her lip. ''What's wrong?''

''Ugh.. Vegeta won't let me train anymore and I'll soon be round again.'' She scoffed, making him chuckle. He kissed her softly.

For the first time in so long, everything was good. They were safe, happy, healthy and together. They knew they'd eventually have to deal with Frieza and Russels, but for now, they wanted, needed, to live in the moment and appreciate the happiness life was bringing their way….

The End… for now…