Epilogue Family, Into Eternity

Islah stood among the Court members that had gathered in the throne room for her uncle's announcement, her brothers and Rafael nearby.

Sesshomaru stood upon the dais, his arm around Kohaku's waist where his Mate stood proudly beside him.

"Our people, I have further news on the issue of the throne's continued succession. My nephews and niece have politely informed me that none of them wishes to accept the position of heir to this throne, but as my Mate and I had already decided on another path, I was not offended. Many of you may have been wondering about the absence of Kimere these past few weeks. Kimere has consented to bear us a child, that my line might be continued through he and Kohaku. We took him into our bed as a trusted Mate, and as he is now past the period of rest needed early on in demon pregnancies, he will be returned to light Court duties so as not to risk hurt to him or the babe."

Kohaku gestured with his hands briefly, and Kimere came out from behind the larger throne, his leafy-green eyes reflecting contentment and peace.

His walk was smooth and gliding, sensual despite the fact that his belly was visibly rounded with life beneath the bright green silken fabric of what was clearly an expensive, newly purchased kimono, the matching green wood sticks holding his blonde curly hair into a neat, beautiful pile on top of his head.

"Kimere now has the full and unwavering protection of this throne," Sesshomaru went on, his voice taking on a growl-like quality to show that he was serious about what he said. "Anyone who thinks to harm him in any way shall have my unrelenting wrath as well as Kohaku's."

Kimere panted and shook, moaning where he lay naked on their large bed as three hands touched and caressed the heated flesh of his body.

His slender shoulders, neck, back, chest.. Nipples, rounded belly, thighs, legs, arms, taunt backside..

He quivered and gasped, mindless with passion as every inch of his delicate form was lovingly touched and fully explored.

"Ah-ahh, Kohaku!" Kimere cried out then helplessly, his body writhing and thrashing on the soft mattress with the overload of pleasure. "Sess-shomaru!"

"Does it feel good, Kimere?" Sesshomaru crooned to him in a low voice.

"Oh, yes, it is so good!" he whimpered in reply. "I want this, forever! Please!"

"You have us, and this, forever.." Kohaku reassured him as his hot-skinned hands roved over Kimere's bare flesh, his eyes, as well as Sesshomaru's, filled with a deep love and a burning lust for their little Mate. "We are one, always. Family, into eternity."