Monday, May 7, 2007

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A couple nights later, Cam was awakened around midnight by sharp stabbing pains in her abdomen.

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Taka no Hisui said...

She groaned and clutched her belly. "Mei!"

FuyunoHoshi said...

There was a pause then she heard quick footsteps padding down the hall. The door opened a moment later.
"Cam? Is something wrong?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"I think... I think I'm in labor..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Mei was instantly wide awake.
"Alright! Let me get your brother." She dashed away, returning a moment later with the slightly groggy man in tow.
"Come on, Cam. I'll take you to the hospital," he said, going to his sister and very gently helping her to her feet. "Just lean against me."

Taka no Hisui said...

She winced as she did so. "It realy hurts."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I know it does, Sweetie." Mei kissed her cheek then handed Gabrial a suitcase they had packed in advance. "I'm going to stay here and rouse the little ones. I'll make sure to call your parents and they'll meet you at the hospital."

Taka no Hisui said...

"What about Lucifer?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

She glanced at Gabiral with worry written on her face. "I don't have any way to get a hold of him but I'll try."

Taka no Hisui said...

"Sorry...I just...I want him there..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I know, I'll try my very hardest. I promise. Now go on. We'll follow you." Gabrial nodded and took his sister to the car.

Taka no Hisui said...

She gripped his arm tightly. "Oh...this hurts..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"It'll be over soon." He got her into the car then hurried to the other side. He sped the entire way to the hospital.

Taka no Hisui said...

She took deep breaths as he drove. "Oh...God..." She clenched her hands.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Keep breathing," he prompted her. "Just like Mei taught you."
They reached the hospital a few minutes later and Gabrial raced to get a nurse. Before Cam could collect herself, she was hurried into a wheelchair and raced into the emergence room.

Taka no Hisui said...

She closed her eyes as she was taken down. "Oh, god..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Are you her husband?" a nurse asked Gabrial.
"No, she's my sister."
"Well, she's about to deliver this baby."

Taka no Hisui said...

"Oh...but...Luci..he's not here..." Cam gripped Gabrial's arm tightly. "I want him here...please..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

He squeezed her hand.
"I know. I'll stay with you until he comes, alright?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Okay." She cried out as a contraction hit her.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"We're taking her into delivery right now." She found herself wheeled down the hall at incredible speed. While she moaned and writhed with the pain of her contractions, she was changed into a hospital gown and put into a delivery room.

Taka no Hisui said...

She cried out again. "Oh...this hurts."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Gabrial took her hand. "Just squeeze as hard as you want."

Taka no Hisui said...

She immediately gripped it hard as she cried out again.

FuyunoHoshi said...

Her brother winced but said nothing.
The doctor arrived just about then and began giving Cam instructions in a calm, quiet voice. Not long after, she felt a tremendous pressure and then...release. The thin wail of a baby filled the room.

Taka no Hisui said...

She let out a deep breath as tears slid down her face. "Oh... Strong lungs..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"She's a healthy little girl." The doctor handed her the wrapped baby. A tiny girl with white fuzz on her head squinted at Cam.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Oh..." Tears slid down her face. "Oh, she's beautiful." She showed her to Gabrial. "Look, she has her daddy's hair."

FuyunoHoshi said...

He laughed quietly.
"She certainly does. She has his scowl too. Oh, look." He touched the corner of her eye. She had one blue eye and one black eye.

Taka no Hisui said...

Camael laughed. "I blame her father for that oddity." Happy tears slid down her face.

FuyunoHoshi said...

One of the nurses pulled down her mask, smiling at the young girl.
"We'll move you to a room immediately. We'll have to take your baby for just a little while to do her checkups and then we'll bring her right back."

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam nodded. "Okay." She held the baby out to the nurse to take.

FuyunoHoshi said...

The nurse took her away and a couple other nurses arrived. After gently washing Cam down, they wheeled her into a private room. Her parents were there waiting for her.

Taka no Hisui said...

She smiled at them. "Hi, Mom...Daddy."

FuyunoHoshi said...

They fell upon her, hugging her and kissing her, each talking a mile a minute.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Slow down! I just went through the incredible pain of giving birth and I'm tired..." She smiled at her parents. "One at a time."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Did everything go alright?" Eiro asked her, handing his wife a handkerchief so she could wipe her rather teary eyes. "Where's the baby?"
"They took her away to do her little checkups. She'll be here momentarily," Gabrial answered.

Taka no Hisui said...

"It went fine. It just was really painful. I don't know how mother did it."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Eiro opened his mouth to say something but just then the door opened and the newborn, decked out in her first outfit, was wheeled into the room by a nurse. She bowed to the family then quickly left to give them some time alone.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Oh, she's much more adorable now." Cam smiled softly.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"She's just as beautiful as her mommy," Eiro said, leaning down and kissing his daughter's forehead.
"I'm going to go see if Mei's here yet." Gabrial kissed his sister as well then departed.
"Why don't you get some rest, Mei?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"I probably should, but I want to stay up for a bit."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"You're waiting to see if Lucifer's going to show up aren't you?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"I know he'd be here if he could..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Kira and Eiro exchanged looks.
"Sleep. We'll wake you up if he comes. Promise."

Taka no Hisui said...

"You promise?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Promise." Eiro smiled at her.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Thank you, Daddy."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"You're welcome, sweetie." Cam smiled and shut her eyes, falling asleep almost instantly.

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira picked up the little girl. "She's really cute."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Yes, she is." The two jumped and turned quickly. Lucifer was standing against the window, a little smile on his face.

Taka no Hisui said...

"She's rather upset you missed the birth, you know."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I didn't miss it. I delivered her." He smiled again. "Masks are a wonderful thing."

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira laughed. "You are a devious man, Lucifer. She would have liked to know, though."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"No...it'll be easier this way."
"It?"
"The reason I'm here is because I'm taking my daughter...and Cam's memories with me."

Taka no Hisui said...

"What?" Kira stared at him. "Why?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Because it'll be easier on everyone. Cam won't remember having the baby...she won't remember being with me...she can move on with her life and be happy."

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira looked down at her daughter. "Are you so sure about that?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"You both know...that there aren't any other options. Because my blood is in that child's veins...she'll be an outcast forever. She'll never ever be ablt to rise above the earth."

Taka no Hisui said...

"We know..." Kira cuddled her granddaughter.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"What exactly are we supposed to tell her when she wakes up? She's in a hospital? And the nurses--"
"All the people who have interacted with her are my minions in disguise. They'll continue to care for her and they'll enforce the lie."
"What lie?"
"She was in a minor accident and was knocked unconcious. She was brought here to be safe. The simplier the lie, the easier it will be to eventually forget about."

Taka no Hisui said...

"She'll still love you. Deep down inside."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Maybe. But she won't have the pain that goes with it. In time, I'm sure she'll be able to transfer that love to someone else. And she won't have a child burdening her."

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira nodded and turned to Eiro. "Would you like to hold her?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

He nodded and took his newest granddaughter, craddling her gently.
"You'd better take good care of her Lucifer."
"I will. Don't worry."

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira leaned into her husband. "She's such a sweet little girl."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Yes, she is." He stroked her soft white hair.

Taka no Hisui said...

"What will you name her, Lucifer?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I dont know, I haven't really decided yet." Eiro kissed his granddaughter's cheek then turned, holding her out to Lucifer. He took her slowly, staring down at his daughter, a slightly goofy smile on his face.

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira chuckled. "Remind you of anyone?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I don't know what you're talking about," Eiro said in a non-chalant tone.

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira shoved his arm lightly. She turned to Lucifer. "Take good care of her..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I will. She is my daughter after all." He looked up at Kira. "Take care of Cam...alright?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"We will. She is our daughter, after all."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer smiled a little and with a tiny puff of smoke, he and the newborn were gone.

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira's smile dropped as she turned to Eiro. "How can we keep this from her?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

He was quiet for a moment.
"I don't like it but...he's right, Kira. It will be better for her if she just forgets him and the baby."

Taka no Hisui said...

Kira sighed. "I know...but..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

He stepped up to her, hugging her gently.

Taka no Hisui said...

She held him tightly. "I love you, Eiro..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I love you too..."
*****
Lucifer rocked his daughter gently, smoothing her soft hair back from her face.
"Yup...you definitly look just like your mother," he said softly. There was a knock on his bedroom door and his faithful general entered.
"Is that--?"
"Yes." Lucifer smiled and brought her over. "The new princess of hell." Beelzebub smiled slightly.
"What are you going to name her?"
"Lucy, of course."

Taka no Hisui said...

Beelzebub shook his head. "You have a twisted sense of humor."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Well of course. I want you to tell all the demons that Lucy has arrived."
"Of course."
"And have some of the more trustworthy succubi set up a suitable nursery for her. Oh. And call Lilith in here, will you? I need to speak with her."

Taka no Hisui said...

Beelzebub nodded and left. A few minutes later, Lilith came in. "You requested me, my lord?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Yes." He turned to her. "I want you to take a couple of your best followers and go to the earth. Lucy is going to need milk and I will not have her drinking from a Succubi's breast; their milk is poisonous."

Taka no Hisui said...

Lilith smiled. "Very well." She stepped forward to look at the little child. "She's pretty."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer grinned.
"I know. She'll be beautiful when she's grown. Just like her mother."

Taka no Hisui said...

"You really loved this girl then? The angel Camael?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer laughed.
"Of course not. But she was well-suited for giving me an heir."

Taka no Hisui said...

"Ah. Good." Lilith smirked, then left the room.

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer turned his attention back to his daughter.
"My beautiful Lucy..."
*******

Taka no Hisui said...

Twenty-year-old Camael brushed a lock of her long black hair out of her face, leaving a streak of blue paint over her temple. She put a few more strokes on the canvas, then stepped back. The painting was of a young geisha with her head on her hand, looking up into the branches of a cherry tree. Cam smiled and turned to clean up her paints.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Painting again?" She looked up as Hiro, her old classmate and long-time boyfriend, entered the room, smiling.

Taka no Hisui said...

"What do you expect? Its my major." She finished washing up, then went to give him a kiss. "How were your classes today?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Well, they might have gone better if I hadn't angered the teacher again."
"What now?" Hiro shrugged.
"He doesn't like that I don't bother doing all those damn color excersizes. I don't need to 'warm up' before I paint. It's not like I'm going to pull a muscle from lifting a tiny detail brush."

Taka no Hisui said...

She laughed. "Oh, you rebel." She kissed him again. "Well, I suppose you can always keep your job at the coffee shop while I sell paintings to rich old people."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Or I could just quit and you could be my sugar-mama." He grinned at her, pulling her close for a kiss.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Ha ha..." She nuzzled his neck.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"So, are you done for the day?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Yup. Its just got to dry and then I'll take it down to the shop to get it framed."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Good." He pressed a soft kiss to her mouth.

Taka no Hisui said...

She smiled into the kiss. "Why?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

She felt something cool slide onto her finger.

Taka no Hisui said...

She looked down at her hand. "What--?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

On her left ring finger was a thin band of silver and gold twisted together. Two small diamonds were set next to a larger tear-shaped diamond in the center.

Taka no Hisui said...

She gasped. "Hiro?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Cam...will you marry me?" he whispered to her softly, taking her hand.

Taka no Hisui said...

Her breath slid out of her. "Oh..." She stared at him, amazed. "YES!" She threw her arms around him.

FuyunoHoshi said...

He laughed loudly and happily, picking her up and spinning her around a few times.

Taka no Hisui said...

She laughed as she pressed her mouth to his in a happy kiss.

FuyunoHoshi said...

He returned it, grinning when they broke.
"You've made me the happiest man on earth, Cam."

Taka no Hisui said...

"And you've made me the happiest woman on earth." She kissed him again.

FuyunoHoshi said...

He pulled her tightly up against him, deepening the kiss slightly.

Taka no Hisui said...

When they broke, she laughed. "I guess this means we need to go out and celebrate."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I already have that covered. I made reservations at your very favorite restuarant for eight o'clock."

Taka no Hisui said...

She grinned at him. "You knew I'd say yes?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"No. I was just REALLY hoping you would." He smiled. "But, before that, I have to run to the coffee shop for a couple hours to cover someone's shift. I'll be back around six."

Taka no Hisui said...

She smiled at him and bit her lip as she traced patterns on his chest. "Then I guess I'll have PLENTY of time to get ready."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"You're the world's biggest tease, you know that?" He yanked her close, kissing her hard. "I'll make you pay for that later."

Taka no Hisui said...

She grinned as she kissed him teasingly. "I'm sure you will..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Wench." He scowled at her slightly. "What time are you taking your painting to the framers?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"As soon as its dry. Or tomorrow. Depends on how fast it dries. Why?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I was just curious, that's all." He kissed her once more. "I'll see you later, alright?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Okay. Should I dress up?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Why not?" He smiled and, after one last kiss and a goodbye, he left.

Taka no Hisui said...

She smiled and went into her bathroom to wash up in her shower. She cursed when only cold water came out. She'd have to get Hiro to look at the water heater again.

FuyunoHoshi said...

The damn pilot light kept going out and the result was freezing cold water.

Taka no Hisui said...

She sighed as she finished washing up and got out. She dried herself off and pulled on the silk robe she'd bought during her semester studying in China.

FuyunoHoshi said...

As she tied the sash, she caught sight of the new ring on her hand and smiled. He'd finally proposed to her...

Taka no Hisui said...

She'd half expected him to do it on graduation. He'd been so nervous talking to her that night.

FuyunoHoshi said...

But he was so sweet. He was always sweet to her.

Taka no Hisui said...

She loved him for it. She smiled again after admiring the ring once more, then went into her room to put on some clean clothes and pick out her outfit for that night.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She had to find something that would drive him crazy. But after ten minutes of searching, she just couldn't find anything good enough.

Taka no Hisui said...

Then she grinned slowly. Maybe she could go shopping? After all, she'd just sold a painting for quite a good chunk of change.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She had plenty of time. Plus, she'd seen a really cute dress at a shop the other day that she had thought Hiro might like.

Taka no Hisui said...

She should see if Mei wanted a break from her kids.

FuyunoHoshi said...

But, then again, she'd just had her fourth child a few weeks ago. She might be tired.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Never hurts to call..." She smiled and dialed her sister.

FuyunoHoshi said...

It rang three times then clicked.
"Hello?" Mei said.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Hey, Mei! How are you doing?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Oh, Cam! I'm doing alright. Worn out but that's what happens when you have four kids running--Sam! Stop picking on your sister!"

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam laughed. "Yeah. Are you too busy to go shopping with me? Its okay if you are."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"God, I'd love to get out of here and go with you but Gabrial's gone off to do...something, I can't remember what."

Taka no Hisui said...

She laughed. "Its okay. I can go by myself. I'll stop by afterwards okay?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"If you bring me something coated in chocolate, I'll love you forever."

Taka no Hisui said...

"Chocolate coated chocolate?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Perfect!" Mei laughed. "And lots of it. I need the energy--Sam! What did I tell you?!"

Taka no Hisui said...

She chuckled. "I'll let you go discipline your oldest. Talk to you later."
"Bye! Sam!"
Cam laughed as she hung up.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She honestly didn't know how her sister could keep up with all her kids.

Taka no Hisui said...

Not that she minded kids. She just thought her neices and nephews were incredibly active.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She had to wonder if her children would have that much energy.
*****
"Lucy! Want to go shopping?" The girl's head shot up and she dropped the dolls she was playing with, running to her father. He laughed and scooped her up. "Is that a yes?"
"Yes! I want a new dress! Please, Papa?"
"Alright." Lucifer smiled at his daughter.
********

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam walked into the shop that had the dress she'd seen the other day. She scanned the racks, looking for anything else that was cute.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She dug out a red dress that looked good.
As she turned to another rack, a small someone ran smack-dab into her legs.

Taka no Hisui said...

She blinked. "Oh, hello, sweetie. Where's your mum and dad?" She knelt down before the little girl.

FuyunoHoshi said...

She took a small step back, blinking rapidly at Cam. It took the older woman a few moments to realize what was so strange about the girl's eyes: she had one blue eye and one black eye. Her long white braids hung just past her waist and she was wearing the cutest little sundress Cam had ever seen. But her eyes were so strange...

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam frowned. So strange...but familiar.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I'm not supposed to talk to strangers," the little girl said after a moment.

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam smiled at her. "Thats very good advice. How about you wait right here with me until your parents find you? Okay? You don't have to talk to me, just wait."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Parent."
"What?"
"I don't have a mama, just a papa."

Taka no Hisui said...

"Okay, well we'll just wait for your dad then."

FuyunoHoshi said...

The little girl stared at Cam for a moment.
"...okay," she finally said with a little nod.

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam smiled and stood up. She looked around for a man who looked like Lucy.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Lucy!" Cam turned as a man suddenly dashed up to them, kneeling in front of the small girl. He had short white hair and bangs that seemed to hang into his eyes. But because his head was tipped at such an angle, Cam couldn't really see his face.

Taka no Hisui said...

"Is this your little girl then?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I've told you many times not to run off like that, Lucy. You had me worried sick." He scooped the small girl into his arms. "Thank you--" He looked up and broke off, his eyes widening a little. Cam too was knocked off balance. The man...he looked so familiar...

Taka no Hisui said...

"Um..." She shook her head. "Its no problem. She didn't seem too scared, so I figured her parents were around here somewhere..." She smiled at him a little. "I'll let you get back to your shopping." She turned away.

FuyunoHoshi said...

"What's your name?" she heard the little girl call after her.

Taka no Hisui said...

She turned back and smiled. "My name is Camael."

FuyunoHoshi said...

The little girl smiled back and, for a moment, Cam was rocked back on her heels. This girl had her smile.
"I'm Lucy. So the next time we meet, we won't be strangers, kay?"

Taka no Hisui said...

Cam smiled. "Okay." She waved and turned back and walked to the dressing rooms to try on the dresses.
Lucy grinned and waved back as Cam left. "She was nice and pretty."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer took a deep breath, setting his daughter on her feet and kneeling in front of her.
"Lucy...you can't see her anymore, okay?"

Taka no Hisui said...

She pouted. "Why not?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"It's very complicated, but I need you to listen to me, alright?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Okay..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer hugged his daughter, stroking her white hair.
"When you're older, I promise, I'll explain it to you," he said softly, closing his eyes.

Taka no Hisui said...

She hugged him back. "I love you, Papa."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"I love you too, my little Lucy-san." He stood, her in his arms, tossing her into the air and catching her to make her laugh.

Taka no Hisui said...

She giggled. "You're silly!"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Of course. But so are you." He smiled at his young daughter, kissing her cheek. "Do you want to go to the park to play?"

Taka no Hisui said...

She nodded her head. "Yes."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Alright then. We'll go to your favorite one, the one with all those big slides."

Taka no Hisui said...

She clapped her hands. "Goody!"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"But this time, if they're are children there, I'm not bringing out the snake, alright?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Oh, but why not?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Because not all children like her. You grew up with her so you obviously don't mind." He paused. "Actually, now that I think of it...you're almost old enough to get your familiar as well."

Taka no Hisui said...

"REALLY?!?!?!" She bounced. "Oh, can I? Can I, Papa?"

FuyunoHoshi said...

He laughed.
"Of course you can. But you have to be marked with the symbol of your familiar and it's going to hurt."

Taka no Hisui said...

She nodded. "I know. Lilith was telling me."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"What did you have in mind?" He paid for the dresses she had picked out as he spoke then picked her up again, carrying her outside. "A snake?"

Taka no Hisui said...

"Well, I DO like yours...but I don't know..."

FuyunoHoshi said...

"You don't have to decide right this minute," he said in a reassuring tone, kissing her cheek.

Taka no Hisui said...

"I know." She smiled up at him.

FuyunoHoshi said...

A large serpent's head suddenly poked out of Lucifer's shirt, it's head resting on Lucy's arm.

Taka no Hisui said...

She giggled. "Hello." She petted its head.

FuyunoHoshi said...

The serpent hissed softly, seeming to smile up at Lucy.
'We haven't played together in a while, Miss Lucy,' the snake whispered.

Taka no Hisui said...

"I know. But we can play today!"

FuyunoHoshi said...

"Ahah! Only if the park isn't crowded, Lucy, and you know it."
'Awww...come on, Lucifer!'
"Don't give me that. You tried to eat someone last time."
'I was hungry.'

Taka no Hisui said...

Lucy giggled. "You know Papa's right. I promise, though. The whole afternoon of play if no one's around." She crossed her heart solemly.

FuyunoHoshi said...

'Wonderful!'
They reached the park and, luckily, no one was there. Lucifer set Lucy down in the sand, the snake following soon after.

Taka no Hisui said...

She giggled and played with Lucifer's snake. She was such a cute little girl.

FuyunoHoshi said...

Lucifer sat down on a park bench, watching her play, a little smile on his face. He loved this little girl so much...

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