Fire & Ice II: Age of Rebirth(private/mature/continued)

Kiku looked at yugo as he kissed her ear and stroked her tail. She began to let out a soft purr. Hearin the guards she bluhed. She hated when they saw them. "Yes I did like always. I'm very on to of things..." she smiled slyly running a hand through his hair. "Should we move this to a more private location?" She asked.

Yugo heard Nagi and groaned this was the last thin he needed. He stood glaring at Nagi."I've about had it with your attitude." He hised. "If asing her to leave because I need to be alone is mistreatment hen you've mistreated me a lot!" He growled. "I'm sic of everything I do being wrong to you! Have I done anything right?"

"Well that depends..." Yugo smirked as he licked her cheek and slowly began to move his lips up over one of her ears. His hands reached behind to gently stroke her tail. As he did so, a few soldiers came walking down the hallway. After seeing Yugo, who had completely ignored their presence, they turned back around. It wasn't uncommon to see their Alpha getting...intimate with his mate in the middle of a hall or room. "Have you by chance finished your work today? You know this entire castle will drown in paper if you dont get your job done love."

"Ama, come with me!" Came a sharp bark from Nagi who had been standing in the doorway. Ama looked up at her mom wide eyed. She looked pissed...but for an entirely different reason. Slowly, Ama stood to her feet. She couldn't help but to look back at her father with worry. "S-Sorry...for bothering you dad..." she whispered softly as she walked into her mother's arms. Nagi gently ran her hand along the back of her daughter's neck. She nuzzled her nose into Ama's cheek before turning her away from the door. Once Ama started walking, Nagi hung back for a moment. "I dont know what the hell is wrong with you...but if you mistreat your daughter...I swear I'll never forgive you. Fix whatever is wrong with you. If you have to leave, fine do that!" Nagi spat with a very, very dark hiss. The one thing she wouldn't tolerate was the mistreatment of her child by anyone, not even Yugo.

Kiku nodded "agreed one kid at a time." She smiled as he pulled her closer and kissed her. "I know you would." She tease kissing him again. "Are you too tired for what we talked about ealier?" She asked with sight seductivenes, as she ran her hand down his chest.

Daichi was only getting more frustrated as she refused to leave. The anger from earlier was coming bck and he wanted her out. "Its neither of those Ama. Its something I can't tell anyone about now please leave!" Is voice was strained as he held back a yell.

"I dont know..." Yugo sighed deeply. Technically, Titus was the bigger problem. Yeah...Soara's clothes needed needed to be less skimpy, but Yugo knew that anything he told her would go into one ear and right out of the other. Plus, Yugo was just a little stressed at the moment. "No I think we can save that for another time. Right now I'd like to just lay with you on the bed." he replied softly as he wrapped his strong arms around her waste. A very small smile formed on his lips as he pressed his warm lips against her own. "Thank you love. I dont know what I'd do without you. Actually...I do. I would have gone crazy a long time ago."

"I dont understand." Ama whispered softly as she hugged her dad tighter. If Nagi wasn't the problem, what was? "Are you really that upset because uncle Yu-san hasn't given you a position? I dont think uncle Yu-san would purposely keep you in the dark. Its not like he hates you. We're all family..right?"

Kiku leaned aainst him wrapping herarms around him. "Yes really I woulnt lie. If I thought you were doin a bad job you'd know it." She insisted. She frowned seing how upset he really was. "I know baby...its not your fault...it was a good day. Until things got out of hand. Should we save our talk with Soara then?" Se asked seeing how stressedhe already was.

The pain and anger was only increasing as she continued to sty. "I love you more tha life itself am...but right now I need you to leave. I can't control myself right now..."he growled. At her question he frowned looking at her. "No..."

"Really?" Yugo asked softly. Sometimes...he just wasn't sure. He had no idea how to gauge whether or not his parenting was any good. Sure, Soara for the most part stayed out of trouble, but it wasn't like the twins were really allowed to go anywhere. If they wanted to go into the city, they always had to escorted by armed guards. Yugo wouldn't allow them to walk around on their own. Sighing softly, Yugo turned and leaned against the wall. Today was suppose to have been a day of celebration.

Ama stared up at her father. She couldn't figure out what was going on with him. He looked like he was in so much pain. Ama's arms wrapped around Daichi's a little tighter. Slowly, she shook her head and continued to sit beside him. "No...I love you and I already know you love me. You'd never hurt me daddy...no matter how much pain you're in." she whispered and nuzzled her nose into his arm. "Is all of this...because you and mom had a fight?"

Kiku looked at her mate as he continued to speak about his time with his father. She lightly stroked his hair as he spoke. At his questiOn she frowned "Why would you think you weren't? All fathers yell at their kids. You're no different than others. I'm sure your father yelled at you guys sometimes. It doesn't mean you're a bad father though. I think you're a great father." she assured him.

Hearing Amanenter Daichi looked up then burried his face back in his hands. He was so angry and he didn't want to take it out on his daughter. The voices were still echoin inside his skull. He didn't push her gestures away though. He didn know what to say. "Ama...I love you and you know that...but right now you shouldn't be around me...I don't know what's happening and I don't want to hurt you..." he muttered.

"I dont understand. I never treated my father like that. I mean...sure...I was only five when he died, but to me...my father was a hero. He was the very incarnation of power. In spite of that however, he was loved by everyone. My mother adored him. Even with all the power he held...even with all that authority...he still had a gentle side to him. He could be with us, with Nagi and I. When he was...it was as if nothing else in the world mattered." Yugo whispered softly before suddenly coming to a stop. His gaze fell to the ground as he released a long sigh. "I've tried so hard to follow in his footsteps. I've tried so hard to do everything he wished to have done before he died. It was my grandfather who had fought against literally every other demon race just so we wolves could have a home of our own. It was my father who took a small pack of wolves and expanded it. The Ogami became a fearsome force. However, we were still incomplete. My father...when he was alive he'd sneak me up to the roof late at night to star gaze. He would share his dream with me...a dream of a world where all the wolf tribes were united under one banner, our banner. I managed to accomplish that. I even managed to somehow stop war with the nekos. I've worked so hard to give our kids everything Nagi and I didn't have growing up after our parents died. I've done all that so I've like to think I've caught up with him. I like to think my dad would be proud of me. However...I fear that I'll never be the kind of father he was. Perhaps...I'm not meant to be one. All I find myself doing is either yelling at Titus or criticizing Soara's poor choice of clothing..." Yugo whispered softly before turning to his mate. "Kiku...tell me honestly. Am I...a bad father?"

Meanwhile, Ama had finally worked up the courage to enter her dad's room. Slowly, she stepped in and came to sit down beside him. He looked like he was in so much pain. Gently, Ama placed her hand on Daichi's shoulder. Her head came to lean against his arm as she wrapped her smaller arms around him. She didn't say anything. She simply sat there embracing her father. If he really was going to leave...Ama wanted to enjoy his warmth, the scent of his clothes, and the protective presence Daichi gave off for as long as she could.

Kiki didn't know what to say as the two fought. "We would be doing this to your siste as well if she Fred how you do. Hjnata doesn't he knows how to use team work and she doesn't even have half of your temper. I'm not saying she's better but she just adjusted better I guess." she stated. He son continued to push his luck though and she didn't know if she could help him. "Titus that's enough! You don't act anymore like a nekothan a wolf." she growled. When Yugo grabbed him by the shir she jumped. "Put him down Yugo." she ordered. After he was safetly onthe grind and te conversation was over Kiku left with Yugo. "He likes pushing you, you know?"

"How is sending me out to 'no mans land' gonna fix that? You guys wouldn't do this to Soara!" Titus snapped. Yugo suddenly released a very dark growl. Titus was truly trying his patience. Titus caught on that very fact and sat back down on the bed. His ears pressed back against his head as he avoided the gaze of his parents. "Like I said, this is not open for discussion. You get into trouble just one more time and you're gone, period. This isn't a threat or a warning Titus. I promise you son, if you dont shape up I WILL send you away. I dont want to, but I also dont want you to end up dead." Yugo stated. Titus let out a deep sigh and shook his head. "There we go again...why do you two seem to think that I'll die just from getting into trouble?" he asked. Yugo closed his eyes for a moment. After calming down a little, he was able to speak in a more relaxed tone. "Have you learned nothing these 13 years? Wolves hunt in packs. We kill in packs. We sleep in packs. Its all about family son. The individual wolf is weak, but when joined by his allies, he becomes strong. You however dont work well with others. You cant even cooperate with your own sister and cousin in a simple training exercise. That and your temper is what worries your mother and I. You wont survive, not in this world if you dont change." Yugo replied softly as he gazed down upon his son.

"So...basically...you're saying that I'm not acting like a wolf right?" Titus asked as his gaze found its way up to his dad. Suddenly, a sarcastic grin formed on his lips as he leaned back and shook his head. "Thats really funny. You tell me to act like a wolf, but I dont get treated like one. I'm not a wolf, I'm a half breed. Why should I bother to act like something I'm not? That whole 'pack' thing may work for you and Aunti Nagi, but I doesn't work for me. I dont see you pushing that kind of thing on Mom or Uncle Daichi." Titus frowned. "Even your mother has had to learn how live among my people. No one is exempt." Yugo stated with another growl, his anger flaring once more. "Whats the point? Even if I were to act like one I'd still be treated like some sort of freak! So, why not simply do what I wanna do?!" Titus hissed. Just then, Yugo grabbed his son by the shirt and lifted him right off his feet. He brought the boy up nose to nose with his face. "Because you're still a pup. As long as you live here and as long as I breath, you WILL do as you're told. I dont care if you like it or not. Its for your own good. Now, when you reach adult hood, you can do whatever you want when you want. Until then, you'll shape up and act a little more like your sister." Yugo stated with a low grunt before placing Titus back onto his feet. Still, Titus started defiantly up at his father. "You've got one more chance." Yugo reminded him before suddenly leaving. Titus had given him a headache beyond measure. His play time with Kiku would have to wait...

Kiku stood next to her husband not speaking at first. When her son pleaded wyo I th her she looked at him. "I agree with your father. You need to straighten up." She stated. It killed her to say it but he needed to know. "Your attitude is too much for anyone t handle and its ging to get you killed."

Soara watched her get up. "I can't stop you be careful and everything will be fine I promise." She assured her.

Daichi returned to his room as he was seriously losing it. "I just want to be left alone..." he growled. Rocking slowly back and forth.

"Trust me love. I'm never too tired to be with you." Yugo smiled as he followed behind her. When they reached Titus's room, they found him laying on the bed. Titus suddenly shot up. He didn't know what to make of the situation. It couldn't have been that bad since Kiku was there with his dad. "Alright this is how its going to be." Yugo growled as he grabbed a seat from Titus's desk and pulled it up towards the bed. "I'm sick of your attitude. I'm sick of your outbursts. You have no respect for either your mother or me. Everyday you get into a fight with someone. It all ends TODAY." Yugo hissed. Titus frowned. His ears pressed back against his head as he shifted his gaze between his dad and his mom. "You're going to start growing up. The next time you get into trouble your mother and I will be sending you to a Western Outpost where you'll stay there until you learn how to behave." Yugo stated. Titus jumped to his feet! He stared wide eyed at his mom. "You cant be serious! Mom, what the hell?! I cant go out west. I'll die there!! Its cold, forsaken, and there's hardly any food out there!!!" Titus snapped. "SILENCE!!!!" Yugo barked. He now stood eye to eye with his son, his dagger like fangs bared. "This isn't a negotiation. You've got one more chance. Fuck up, and you're going west, period. Your mother and I have already made our decision. This is not up for discussion." Yugo stated with an intense growl. Titus stood dumbfounded. This had to be a joke of some kind. He sat back down on his bed unsure of what to say. Would his own parents really send him away?

"I dont know." Ama whispered softly before standing up. "I'm...going to find him. Sorry." she whispered as she brushed right past her cousin and set out to find her father. There's no way he'd leave. He wouldn't abandon her or the new baby. He wouldn't abandon her mother...he just couldn't...

"You sure you wang to?" She asked knowing how tired he was. When he seemed sure she smiled. "Oh really? Id love that." She grinned lightly kissing his cheek. Standing she tok his handn. "I know I know..." she sighed. She knew for now shed have to back her husband up even ifshe didn't want to.

Soara frowned she wasn't sure what to say. Putting her arm around her as she searched for words. "Hey you know he was probably in complete shock. Speechles you know?"

"Thank you love." Yugo whispered as he placed a gentle warm kiss on her lips. "You know what...lets fine Titus and talk to him after all. Once all our work is done for the day maybe you and I can have our own 'personal' celebration." Yugo stated with a seductive grin. He gently licked Kiku's cheek and kissed one of her ears before rising off the bed and pulling her up along with him. "Just remember that his fate is in his hands. What he gets today is a warning. He needs to take it seriously so the two of us need to appear united."

"B-But...my mom said...that my dad could leave since he wasn't happy...and m-my dad didn't say anything..." Ama sobbed quietly. Just like Nagi, she hated crying, but for a completely different reason.

Daichi muttered under his beath as he walked around spotting Nagi he quickly turned the other direction. Thelast thing heneeded was to deal with that situation right now.

Kiku shook her head "No helping you with paper work is good nenough. I wast going to rule the neo empire anyway." She assuredhim. As he continued she sighed "you're trying your best he can't ask formuch else." She agreed.

Soara frowned "hey its okay. They fight all the time it isn't a big deal. They'll work it out I pormise." She assured her cousin. Hopin that sh was right and it would work out.

"Hey...you dont feel the same way do you? I mean, you're happy with how things are right? I mean...if you wanted more...you would have said so right?" Yugo asked as he continued to fondle his mates ears. A small grin formed on his lips as she purred. He shifted his weight slightly so he could press his warm lips into her neck while still pleasuring her ears. "I want to give Daichi something important that will keep him busy, but...its hard. Who would take orders from him? Who would respect him? Who wouldn't want to stab him in the back?" Yugo sighed softly. His pressed his nose into Kiku's neck and nuzzled it into her. "Things are so complicated...and I have no doubt that the situation would be the same if the roles were reversed."

"I think...my mom and dad might be breaking up." Ama whispered softly. She fought back the tears. "I know they fight allot...but I thought that because they loved each other. You know? If you didn't love the one you were with....you'd never fight right?" Ama asked as she looked up at Soara while holding the present in her hands.

Daichi heard the voices de down but he was stil stresed even though they were gone it feltlike they were still there. He gripped his head squeezing his eyes shut. After a few minutes he stood now worried as he reembered his deal. Leaving the room he began to walk aroun the castle and the gardens in frustration.
Kiku gladly joined him on the bed with smile. "No they're mine too." She replied with a laugh. She purred lightly as he rubed her ears. "I lovemy brother but I agree they need to fix this." She replied.
Seein how Ama wasn't happy she frowned. "What's wrong you love presents?" She asked worried about her cousin.

Finally, the voice died down, but not before leaving a great amount of damage. Yes, it seemed like Daichi had forgotten about his deal. Elder Dai was only a few days walk from the capital and soon it would be time for him to collect what was his. Everything was going according to plan. It was no mistake that only now after Yugo had gained all rights to the throne, did the Elder return from his 'trip'

"Oh? So they belong only to me now?" Yugo smiled and rolled onto his back. He signaled Kiku to come join him on the bed. "Nagi is a real mess. Scary thing is...I dont think her hormones can be blamed this time. I dont know what your brother could have been thinking. He should have come to me." Yugo sighed as he gently ran his fingers through Kiku's hair. His finger tips moved behind her ears massaging them. "We need unity in this palace. Either that...or have them move somewhere very far away..."

Ama hadn't even heard her cousin enter the room. She just barely looked up at her. This was rare. Ama always had a smile on her face. There was never a time when one caught her frowning or crying. She was genuinely a happy person who preferred to laugh. "Oh...thanks." she mumbled and ran her fingers tips over the bag. She didn't bother opening it though.

Daichi sunk to the ground gripping his arm as he tried to get rid of the voices. "Shut up! Shut up" he yelled shaking his head. He was going insane he banged his head against the floor. "Go away!" He felt so angry and he didn't know why.

Kiku entered the room and sighed "We can wait to deal with your son and daughter." She suggested seeing how frustrated he was. Soara had mnaged to sneak back into the house as usual cmpletely undetected. Shed was unaware of the days events as se went to visit Ama. "I got you a present." She grinned handing her a bag with a necklace inside.

By the time the pain had hit Daichi, Yugo was long gone. As the afternoon passed on, Yugo finally made his way back to his room. Ama had calmed down and was reading books inside the library. Nagi had calmed down, but still refused to see Daichi. Everyone was just kinda doing their own thing. No one knew that Daichi was struggling to maintain his sanity. Now, Yugo was waiting for Kiku. He still needed to talk to his son but in all honestly...he just didn't feel like it. It had taken Yugo hours just to stop Nagi from crying. It had taken him hours to convince her that Daichi wasn't leaving, that he wouldn't abandon her. Yugo laid on his bed with his head in the pillows. Sometime he just wanted to put Daichi and Nagi on a boat and send them clear across the ocean into the unknown. Maybe if he did so, he'd get at least one week of peace. Sure, he and Kiku fought from time to time, however their fights were never an intense and never lasted that long. The two of them loved each other way too much to stay mad at one another. They were always able to patch things up rather quickly. Inside, Yugo wondered if Nagi and Daichi would be able to do the same. He had come to accept Daichi as Nagi's mate...but still wondered if they were truly suppose to be together.

Daichi stared at him doing his best to control his anger. "I love her too I'm not crazy I'm just frustrated. I haven't done a thing that's useful since I've been herfe. Back home I was trainin to control my home and now nothing..." he explained. Whe yugo stood right in front of him hegrowled. "I'm not an idiot!" He hissed. He gripped his head as the voice suddely entered his mind. His arm throbbing with pain. "Ah!" He gripped his arm tighly. The pain was extreme.

As soon as Ama left the room, Yugo let out a long sigh. It was just one drama right after another today. "Are you fucking mad?" he asked, his voice surprisingly calm. "Are you stupid, insane, or just plain crazy? Take your pick. I mean, you've got to be one of those right? You actually...and this baffles me...you actually brought up something like that with Nagi...now of all times???" Yugo stated while staring hard at Daichi. Oh, how he wanted to deck him right across the face. Yugo had to remain calm though. The last thing Ama...or anyone else needed was another fight. "You listen to me and you listen good." Yugo spat, his words holding a dark edge to them as he stood practically nose to nose with Daichi. "You want power? Fine, I get that. I've been trying. I just assumed that you would prefer the safety of your kids to having power. So yes, I'll admit it. Giving you some sort of position has taken a backseat, but that doesn't excuse what you just pulled. Nagi honestly loves you. It was MY decision not to tell you anything about the plot. We both had just had young children. The less worry the better. Nagi came to me crying when she over heard what was in store for you." Yugo grunted as his muscular form stood toe to toe with Daichi. "You're not going anywhere. I'll tell what you will do though. You're going to talk with your daughter and convince her that everything is fine. Later, you're going to make up with Nagi. I dont care how you work it out, just get it done." Yugo hissed before backing away and walking towards the door. Suddenly, he paused and turned ever so slightly to face Daichi once more. "You're a fucking idiot. You better fix this pronto."

Suddenly, a dark voice began to echo inside of Daichi's head. His tattoo which Elder Dai had given him began to burn. Emotions of pure hatred and contempt slowly leaked out from the tattoo. It was almost enough to drive a male mad with rage, yet not enough to take full control of Daichi's body. Meanwhile, traveling along a road to the capital, was Elder Dai. He walked with his hands folded behind his back, his body slightly bent forward. "Its time..."

Daichi stared at herdodging the objects as they werfe hurled at him. "And here's the proble! You didn't trust me enough to tell me! I could've dealt with it myself! But no you wouldn't let me at least help. I'm greatful sure but I don't agree with how it was handled at all what so ever!" He snapped back. When Ama entered he froze. "Its fine..." he muttered. At Nagis words his eyes widened. He stared at the ground his fists clenched. He as still mad but he was holding back for Amas sake.

Kiku nodded and wrapped an arm around Ama. "Come on let's just leave them be okay? Maybe we can have some desert or go for a walk your choice." She tated guiding Ama out of the room.

"Thats enough." Yugo barked and moved in between Daichi and Nagi before his little sister had a chance to throw something else at him. Normally, Yugo never, ever came between their fights. However, this time he feared things would get out of control. Fighting with Nagi was dangerous enough. Fighting with her while pregnant was practically suicide. "You think you're the only one who's made sacrifices?! Do you know how many times I stayed up while you were sleeping just to make sure that no one came in to assassinate you?!" Nagi screamed. "Nagi thats enough!" Yugo barked a second time. "No, the dumbass needs to hear this since he feels that he's gotten nothing. After Ama was born and shortly after the twins were born, there was a plot to kill both YOU and your sister. They had arranged the timing just right and were planning to kill the both of you early in the morning after Nii-sama and I would have left for a meeting or, would do so late in the night while we were asleep. I stayed up for a month, a whole month Daichi watching out for you! I was so tired after having Ama. Sometimes, I felt as if I didn't have the strength to even walk, but I forced myself to keep watch. Nii-sama wanted to keep the plot a secret so you and Kiku wouldn't worry."

As Nagi continued screaming, Ama moved towards the open door but didn't enter. Her parents had always tried their best not to fight when she was around, but this time it looked like both of them had forgotten about her. "How dare you accuse me of 'pushing' you around! I've worked my ass off to make sure that YOU can live as comfortably as possible. I know you miss your home! It kills me that you cant simply go back. I've tried hard to make you happy, so very hard...but you dont care do you?!" Nagi spat and began to throw random items at both Yugo and Daichi. Tears were running rampant down her cheeks. She couldn't believe Daichi had dropped a bomb as big as this one. At that moment, Ama stepped into the room. "M-Mom...Dad...is everything ok?" whispered softly. Her white ears were pressed firmly back against her head. Nagi suddenly went dead quiet. She stared at her daughter for a moment before wiping her eyes. "Um...sorry sweetie. Everything is..." she whispered before pausing to look in Daichi's direction. No...everything wasn't fine. "If you feel that all I do is push you around...and that you have nothing..." Nagi mumbled as she choked back more tears. She stared hard at Daichi as her hands gripped the sheets of their bed. "You can just leave! I'll raise our daughters by myself!" she cried and stormed out as quickly as she could. Ama let out a gasp! She stared wide eyed between her parents. Tears began form within her eyes as well. "U-Uncle Yu-san...wha?" She whimpered. Yugo mumbled out a curse. He walked up to his niece and hugged her. "Dont worry. No one is going anywhere." he whispered before shifting his gaze over to Kiku. They'd have to deal with this disastor first. "Kiku can you take ama for a walk or something? I want to talk to her dad for a moment..."

Kiku sighed enjoying his embrace as he continued to speak. At the mention of Soaras clothes she laughed. "They really bother you dnt they?" She took his hand and followed him towards Titus room. Hearing the lamp shatter she flinched. "What in the world."

Daichi looked at her not sure what to say. "I do care but all you've ever done I push me around. I step out of your line even alittle and you blow up at me." He dodged the lamp asit whizzed over his head. "I do so fucking much for you I saved your life from the council and I get nothing!" He growled.

Soara was still out in town exploring the stores as she normally didn't get to on her own. Finally she entered a restraunt and sat down getting something to drink.