Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Lost and Found: Love ❯ A Real Family; Going Home Together ( Chapter 17 )

A Past Love
Chapter 17: A Real Family; Going Home Together

Author's Note: This is my first Yu Yu Hakusho story I've written. I like comments and suggestions/criticism. But, if you don't like this story as you read it, it's kind of pointless just to tell me how much you hated it and how terrible I am. So, I want a reason for why you dislike it so much if you do. If you see a problem with it, state it. Otherwise, enjoy yourself. If you wouldn’t mind, a review would be nice.
Disclaimer: This is a story based upon characters of Yu Yu Hakusho. It is for entertainment purposes only.


Later, Hiei entered the room where the others had been waiting.
“Well?” Yusuke asked anxiously.
“I...I’m a father.” Hiei said as if the news was still stunning to him. He was immediately met with hearty congratulations from Yusuke.
“The shrimp? A father? I can’t believe it.” Kuwabara stated, as shocked as Hiei seemed.
“How is Akita? Is she alright?” Kurama asked, getting to his feet.
“She’s exhausted,” Hiei replied.
“We didn’t hear anything,” Keiko commented.
Hiei only smirked. “She isn’t much for screaming.”
***
Hiei was the first to enter the room again.
Yukina had cleaned up the mess of blood and was sitting at Akita’s side. She cradled a squirming bundle. A smile spread across her face as she saw Hiei. “Brother, they’re beautiful...”
Hiei nearly did a double take at his new title but returned his sibling’s smile. “Thank you...sister,” he replied with a hint of shyness. He didn’t know when he’d ever be used to being referred to as what he truly was to the female Koorime that was his twin.
Yukina offered the bundle of blankets to Hiei.
The jaganshi accepted the bundle and came to stand beside his mate.
Akita looked up at him with a weary smile that showed she was clearly fatigued. “I’d like to rest soon...”
Yusuke, Kurama, Kuwabara, and Keiko entered into the room.
“Akita, Botan just arrived. She and Genkai will be in later.” Keiko explained.
Cradling her son to her chest, Akita’s smile only widened. “Wonderful. But they had best come soon if they’d like to see me awake.”
“What did you name them?” Yusuke asked.
Kurama approached the bed. “May I?”
Akita nodded and offered the child to her brother.
The youko cradled the newborn. “He has Hiei’s eyes and hair. But he has all of your facial features otherwise.”
“Miniature shrimps? What has this world come to? I didn’t think there could be more Hieis running around.” Kuwabara teased.
Hiei glowered. “Be quiet, oaf.”
The room erupted with laughter as the banter between Kuwabara and Hiei continued with Kurama and Yusuke joining in occasionally.
“Did you think of names?” Keiko asked.
Hiei looked at Akita with a raised eyebrow. He hadn’t even given any thought to it.
Akita apparently had. “Our firstborn, our daughter, is Akiei. Our son is Toshiro for that is what he will surely be. He will be talented and intelligent.”
Everyone gathered to admire the two children, asking to hold them, and fussing excitedly at the new infants.
Yusuke looked over Kurama’s shoulder. He did his best to make Toshiro laugh and joined in chuckling with the child’s proud new uncle when he succeeded.
Kuwabara looked at the female that Keiko held. “She could be Hiei’s twin...”
“She’s adorable. Absolutely beautiful,” Keiko murmured.
Yukina rocked the sleeping Kazuo. “I wouldn’t expect anything less.”
Hiei stood beside Akita, never leaving her side, with an arm wrapped around her shoulders.
***
After Akita had insisted the children needed to rest and Hiei had offered to remove anyone by force who wouldn’t leave willingly, the group had departed, leaving the couple alone with their newborn twins.
“The both of them have your red eyes and black hair with the white starburst,” Akita commented.
“But Toshiro has black kitsune ears and probably a tail to match. As for Akiei, she looks nothing like a kitsune,” Hiei observed.
“It doesn’t matter. If they look like you, I’ll at least have them when you disappear like you’re so good at doing.” Akita retorted, stroking Akiei’s hair.
Hiei wrinkled his nose at her and gazed at his son. He cleared his throat. “Akita...”
“Yes, my love?” Akita answered, never taking her eyes off of her daughter.
“Would you want to come and live at Mukuro’s palace with me?” Hiei looked at Akita.
With her head tilted, she regarded Hiei for a moment, not saying anything. “I think so. The question is, am I welcome? Are our children?”
“Yes, completely.” It had taken a lot of convincing on his part but Mukuro had reluctantly agreed. Hiei seated himself beside his mate after placing Toshiro and Akiei in the large bassinet that Kurama had purchased as a gift for his niece and nephew. He took Akita’s slim hand in his. “I don’t want to be apart from you if it can be avoided.” He kissed her forehead and held her in his arms.
Akita was asleep in moments.
***
Akita woke before the sun had even begun to rise. Looking out the window, she realized it was still twilight. Hiei’s arms were circled around her. Tightly. She’d have to use the usual method. Akita rolled over so she could face Hiei. Extending her fingers, she ran them lightly up and down his ribs.
The ticklish Koorime quickly released her.
Akita escaped his hold and went over to the bassinet to check on her children. She had expected them to cry during the night if they were hungry or restless. They had slept solidly so far. She’d fed them about two hours ago, according to the digital clock in the room. She’d feed and change them when they woke. Surely their cries would wake Hiei. Akita dressed in loose, flexible clothing to train in. Dressed in black, she ventured outdoors. Laying her sword in the grass, she went through basic exercises to loosen her neglected muscles knowing that cramps were inevitable if she didn’t stretch. Even when Yukina had given her a stern lecture about how any overexertion or training would harm her children’s development, she was still reluctant about giving up training.
After her run-through with different defensive and offensive maneuvers using her body alone, she began to work with her sword, using complex combinations until she was near exhausted.
“You look like you’re dancing.”
Akita looked to the source of the comment.
Yusuke strolled easily down the grassy knoll, reaching where Akita had decided to train.
Akita had chosen this particular spot where the grass was thick and springy. It was easy on her bare feet. It was the way she usually trained. Shoes bothered her more than aided her. Her feet were callused and could handle other sorts of terrain but she preferred this sort until she wanted to do any extreme training. “Isn’t it late for walks?” Akita flopped down into a sitting position.
“Nah, Kazuo woke me up so I fed him. Keiko and I switch on and off with night duty. He’s wearing her down and it worries me.” Yusuke sighed.
Akita looked up at her friend sympathetically. It was obvious Keiko’s mortality was often on his mind. “She’s only in her early thirties, Yusuke. Or is it her late twenties? Well, years pass differently for you and I. But, you’ll have Kazuo...”
“Will I?! How can you be certain?! He’s still part human...I’m not even sure how much. Would Hiei examine his aura with his Jagan? It never bothered me until... Will I lose my son along with my wife?” Yusuke’s shoulders trembled.
Akita turned her gaze away, knowing that the young man was crying. It was best to give him the privacy he deserved without someone gawking at him.
After a few minutes, Yusuke sniffled. “Sorry. I didn’t mean to get so upset. Just losing Keiko is something I couldn’t imagine going through right now. We’ve been married for eleven years. I just want those to keep on coming.” His smile was sad.
Akita’s eyes were misting gradually. “I worried about that too. Before I went looking for Hiei again, I’d wondered if I’d be surrounded by humans and their fragility for the rest of my life. It wasn’t something I was looking forward to. I had never experienced anything like you and Keiko had for one another. If I hadn’t returned to Makai, I was doomed to live a life with ningens and losing anyone close to me.” Akita looked over at the young looking Spirit Detective with a sad smile. “I’m sure you’d rather be human because of Keiko.”
Yusuke shrugged. “I don’t know... If Kazuo is half-demon, I want to spend as long as I can with my son.”
Akita looked thoughtful for a moment. “I think there might be a possible way to save our human friends. I can’t imagine losing Kazuma or Keiko. We can’t do much for Master Genkai. But Kazuma and Keiko are only in their very late twenties or early thirties. They still have at least forty years....hopefully. There’s a plant that could create an immortality draft. I’m sure Kurama’s heard of it. It’s located in one of the more dangerous parts of Makai. But, you’ve faced worse I’m sure. It would be worth it. The potion is legendary. The drinker can live for as long as they wish. It wears off at the end of an average demon’s lifetime. You’ll live for quite awhile. Won’t you want Keiko to be with you?”
“No.” Yusuke’s tone was low but harsh. “I don’t want that for her. There has to be an alternative.”
“What about another Dark Tournament? The Committee will grant any wish. I’m sure you could think of something to ask for to keep Keiko alive. I’m sure Koenma could sponsor one. He’s rich...” Akita picked up her sword and headed back to the shrine. “I’ll leave you to think. My children are calling.”
Yusuke waved a limp hand at her and sprawled out on the grass.
Akita raced across the dew-filled grass and vanished into the bedroom window to return to her mate and children.
Hiei was still asleep, looking adorable and peaceful to Akita.
Akita brushed his forehead with a kiss and went over to her children. Lifting them carefully out, she settled them in either crook of her arm. Singing softly, she walked downstairs to the kitchen.
Earlier, Kuwabara had offered to buy formula and the cupboards were now stocked completely.
Akita figured two bottles of formula would be enough for the two until breakfast time when she would feed them with milk from herself.
“Do you want some help?” A kiss brushed the back of Akita’s neck and a warm pair of arms held her close to a familiar body.
Akita smiled. “If you wouldn’t mind getting their food, you can also help me feed them.”
Hiei retrieved the bottles and held the twins while Akita tested their temperature.
“Who would you rather feed?” Akita asked, holding the bottles in her hands.
Hiei gazed down at the two. “I’ll take our son.”
Akita accepted Akiei and handed a bottle to Hiei.
While the proud parents fed their children, Hiei couldn’t help but smile slightly.
Akita observed him with a raised eyebrow.
Hiei saw her and shrugged slightly. “They’re just like you, Akita. They’re beautiful.”
“And I’m sure they got enough of their father’s handsome features to make them really beautiful children.” Akita kissed Akiei’s forehead as the child sucked her bottle dry.
After the two infants had been burped, Hiei and Akita returned the sleeping children to their bassinet. Akita yawned and wandered back to the bed to curl up under the covers. Hiei joined her and they both went back to sleep.
***
Yukina was passing down the hall when she saw Akita and Hiei’s bedroom door slightly ajar. She peeked in to see her brother and Akita sleeping soundly. She walked quietly past them to check on her niece and nephew.
The two newborns were curled up side by side.
Yukina reached into the bassinet to ruffle each head of dark hair.
Akiei began to whimper.
Yukina picked up the girl and watched Toshiro blink his wide red eyes at her. “Are you two hungry? Or do you need to be changed?” She lifted the boy out and continued crooning softly to them as she closed the door behind her and walked down the hall.
Akita rolled over to face the window. She squinted out to see the sun rising up in the sky. The clock read 9:00 in red numbers. She propped herself up to look at her mate.
Hiei opened his eyes to see Akita gazing lovingly at him. “How long have you been awake?” He asked, rubbing at his tired eyes.
“Less than a minute.” She lowered her lips to his.
After a few more long kisses, Hiei voiced another question. “Are the twins okay?”
Akita nodded, stroking his hair. “Yukina took them. Of course they’re fine.”
“Do you think she’d mind baby-sitting for awhile?” Hiei asked with a gleam in his eyes.
Akita only answered him with another long kiss.
***
“They’re cute. I wouldn’t expect any less from Akita’s kids. She’s anything but an eyesore. But on the shrimp’s part...” Kuwabara observed the children with interest.
“I’m glad to be their aunt.” Yukina cradled both of the children, humming softly to them. She had fed and changed them and they were now sleeping again.
“Can I hold one?” Kuwabara asked.
“Be careful not to wake them, Kazuma,” Yukina murmured. She offered Toshiro to him. From her observations, Toshiro slept more soundly and, even when wakened, he didn’t fuss.
Kuwabara peered down at the small bundle he now held. “I like this one. He’s quiet. She’s always starting to whimper. And Urameshi’s kid is always bawling if he doesn’t have someone tending to him.”
Yukina smiled at Kazuma. He was rocking the child gently. I think he’d make a fine father to...wait! What am I even thinking? She shook her head hurriedly, a pink blush settling over her pale face.“Um...Yukina? Is something the matter? You’re blushing...”
***
“You’re beautiful...” Hiei murmured as he stroked her face gently.
Akita kissed him passionately. “I’ve wanted you for so long.” Her kisses trailed all over his upper body, sending chills down his spine.
As the Koorime enjoyed her loving caresses and kisses, he couldn’t help but think of how Akita had changed him. I never thought anyone could want yet alone love the Forbidden Child. The Koorimes poisoned my mind, making me think I was meant to be abandoned and alone. Akita changed all that. She’s intrigued me since the beginning and she is the first to refuse to leave my side.
Akita curled against him, head leaning on his bare chest. The black, smooth silkiness, belonging to her alone, spilled across his body, covering her face from the light.
Running callused fingers through her hair, he smiled. “I will always protect you. You and our children. Until the end of time, you are mine.” His hand slid to her slender neck, touching the scar. His mark that made her his. She had requested to do the same to him when they had mated.
“I love you, Hiei.” Akita’s whisper tickled his chest lightly. She was drifting off to sleep.
Never had this particular saying felt natural to him before. He always had kept a part of him from completely loving the female demon. But, now, his whole heart was in the simple phrase. “And I love you, my beautiful Akita.”
Akita slept to the lullaby of his heart beating strongly.
***
“Now, remember, we want you to visit as often as you want!” Keiko exclaimed, smiling.
“Yes, I’d like to see my niece and nephew from time.” Kurama said.
“I would too,” Yukina added.
“Now, you’ll be expected to come and visit us humans every now and then,” Kuwabara declared with a goofy grin.
“More constant guests. I would have never known that my home would become a hotel....” Genkai sighed.
Hiei sighed heavily. “This must be come cruel and unusual punishment thought up by that child-sized moron.”
“You can storm Koenma’s office tomorrow. I just want to get my meeting with Mukuro over as soon as possible...” Akita sighed, cradling her children in her arms.
“Guess you’re right. Let’s go.” Hiei walked down the steps of the temple, Akita following behind him.
The female demon turned to wave cheerily at the group gathered as she continued down the stairs with her children who watching everything with wide eyes.
Hiei paused, waiting for his mate.
“Yo, Akihabara!”
“Yes, Yusuke, my dear?”
“We’ll spar once you get your strength back. It’ll be a level playing field. Last time I was worn out from the Tournament and-”
Akita interrupted. “And you could’ve whooped my ass. Save it for when we fight. It’ll be soon.” She blew a kiss to Kurama and went to catch up with Hiei.
Everyone continued to wave until Akita and Hiei disappeared from sight.
***
“Do you think it will really be okay?” Akita asked as they approached the borders of Mukuro’s territory and Akita’s new home.
Hiei hesitated before he put his arm around his mate. “It will be fine. You’ll see.”
A howl pierced the air accompanied by a series of different howls.
“It’s Comp and the pack!” Akita knew all of their voices by heart.
New tones had joined the song.
Brothers and sisters, I have returned! Akita fought the desire to change into her wolf shape. I belong in this form... She thought to herself. It’s how I’m meant to be...
Welcome, our sister. The reply filled the air.
The pack reached the couple and their children in moments. Hunter led the pack, Nightsong and Comp were behind him, the rest following them.
Akita smiled as she bent to receive the welcome of her pack mates after handing the children over to Hiei.
Tails wagging like banners, the wolves greeted their pack-sister. They then stood back, waiting to see their kin’s children.
Akita took Toshiro back into her arms. “My son...” She presented the quiet child to the wolves.
Hunter trotted forward to nudge the infant. He sniffed the child’s face and his tail wagged. He looks a lot like your demon form.
Hiei knelt, joining Akita, cradling Akiei firmly in his grip.
The pack leader came to examine this child as well. Interest filled his eyes. She smells like a wolf. Or the beginnings of one. They’ll both be able to transform into one of us, wouldn’t you say so, Kit?
With their leader’s approval, the rest of the pack approached to look at Kit’s younglings. They were satisfied and faded back into the forest until only Comp, Loner, Nightsong, and Hunter remained.
Take care of these pups, Kit. We’ll look in on you occasionally. Hunter turned to leave, waiting only for his mate.
Daughter, do take care of yourself. These new ones will be sure to wear you out. You- Nightsong turned her dark eyes on the jaganshi.Take care of these. I will not accept you abandoning my Kit again. With that, she turned, trotting with Hunter until they vanished.
I’ll kill you if you do anything to hurt her. Loner glared at Hiei, yellow eyes practically glowing. Don’t dare think I shall not.
“As if I would even think to.” Hiei snapped back, regarding the wolf with his own angry glare.
Loner licked Akita’s face. Fare well, Kit. He too disappeared into the forest.
Hiei could’ve sworn he saw a black wolf where Akita stood, watching as her pack departed.
Comp stood, waiting. I will come with you. Someone should watch these children when their parents often act like children themselves.
The two only glared at the white wolf.
The group continued walking until they reached the entrance to Mukuro’s compound. They paused there.
Hiei looked at Akita. “Are you ready?”
This is where their future will begin... This is the place where my life will begin with Hiei... “Yes, I’m ready,” Akita murmured softly.
The jaganshi offered his hand. “Then, we’ll take these steps together. From here on in...” It’ll be alright. You’ll see.
Akita smiled, hearing his thoughts. She took his hand and squeezed it.

Author’s Note: Please review or give me input somehow.... you know the drill. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed it. Note that Hiei and Akita’s new daghter’s name is pronounced as Awk-E-ay.
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