In the house everyone waits outside of the door Nara having arrived soon after the door closed upstairs and sits next to Raku resting her head on his shoulder.
Jennifer: (Takes a breath to try and relax from the waiting). Well... That was unexpected.
Raku: (As he is sitting with Nara). Yes it was, who knew this would happen so suddenly.
Hiki: Though she did say it would be any day now didn't she?
Tori: She did but still the shock is still there.
Kairi: (As she holds the stuffed rabbit from before sitting next to Tori). Yay we get to see the baby but I didn't think it would hurt like that.
Jennifer: Well I wouldn't know how she feels but I hope she's alright. (They all hear Ziona shout in a bit of pain from where they are).
Nara: (Stiffens up and then looks at Raku seriously). Alright it's settled, I'm never going through that.
Raku: (Sighs with a smile). Thank you very much dear
Hiki and Chazz: (Laugh a little bit from the statement from Nara).
Jennifer: (Laughs as well but tries to cover it with her hand).
Kairi: But what if you do have to go through that?
Nara: (Points to Raku seriously). Then I will blame and most likely kill him in the process.
Raku: (Gulps). Hey, hey no need to be so violent now do you?
Nara: If you put me through that. (Hears Ziona yell again). Yes.
Raku: (Sighs in defeat). Yes, yes dear.
Hiki: (Giggles). Good luck now Raku, you're going to need it.
Raku: Don't remind me.... (Smiles nervously at his wife).
Jennifer: (Giggles as well finding it hard not to with Raku and Nara's bickering finding it cute).
Kairi: (Tilts her head in confusion). So the reason it's painful is because it comes out of her stomach somehow?
Kura: (Pauses trying to find the best way to explain this). In a way.
Yami: Thought it would like claw its way out of her stomach or something.
Kura: ... Not exactly....
Yami: Well then I'm going to go see why she's screaming so much. (Stands and walks down to the room Ziona is in).
Jennifer: Umm is that really a good idea?
Chazz: Not really since Yami may not be able handle what he will see. I would suggest against it heavily and plus Shizen might not be happy with it.
Yami: (Opens the door to the room seeing Shizen at the end of the bed being too focused to notice him and Ziona looking in pain as she holds Zahir's hand tightly. He goes over to see what Shizen is doing his eyes widening and looking sick).
Shizen: (Notices Yami is there and sounds strict and annoyed). Get out and wait with the others. I do not have time to deal with you witnessing these things.
Yami: (Still looks sick and then faints falling onto the floor).
Shizen: Dam it. (Shouts out the hall). Tori or someone get him out of here and if you faint as well I'm throwing both of you both out of the window!
Tori: (Grabs Yami as fast as possible as Hiki closes the door just as quickly).
Chazz: (Sighs and shakes his head). Told you so silly.
Yami: (Still is too out of it to respond).
Kairi: What happened, is he alright?
Kura: (Sighs). He is fine, just an idiot.
Hiki: Yeah he is.
After an hour or two pass everyone still waits as Yami recovers from what he had seen. The shouts became louder from Ziona as she begins to push.
Shizen: (Her voice being calming and soothing). Your doing fine but you need to breath and get ready to push again.
Ziona: (Breaths heavily holding Zahir's hand so tightly that it feels like his hand could break).
Zahir: (Deals with the pain in his hand as he waits and tries to calm Ziona down not liking seeing her in pain).
Ziona: (Shouts in pain as she pushes again).
Shizen: That's it, I can see the head just a few more.
Ziona: (After a few more moments and pushes she falls back onto the pillow being exhausted. Zahir and Ziona both hear a baby's cry as she has tears of joy that start to fall hearing her child for the first time).
Shizen (Gently looks the child over with a smile and cleans them off, wrapping them in a towel).
Zahir: (Is silent as he looks at his newborn child).
Shizen: (Has a big smile as she walks over to Zahir with the crying little one in her arms). Would you like to hold your son?
Ziona: (Tears still fall watching Zahir stare at their newborn son).
Zahir: (Takes his son and just holds him). Um, um hi there.... (His son calms down his cries and looks up at Zahir with dark purple eyes and black hair just like his).
Ziona: (Smiles greatly as she tears up still seeing Zahir with their son for the first time). ... He looks just like you.
Zahir: I guess he does doesn't he... Hopefully doesn't have my tails. Wouldn't be as cool if there are two sets of them. (Gives a goofy look when saying that to his son).
Shizen: (Grins watching the new family). There are ways to find out this early with certain seals but they will not develop fully energy wise until a bit older. Now then do you have a name in mind?
Ziona: Well... I had one idea... I thought of it last night. (Looks at Zahir with a smile but then is not sure if he would be alright with the name idea).
Zahir: (Looks at Ziona with confusion).
Ziona: You told me a story of someone who was very dear to you last night... And it gave me an idea then... What about... Luka? (Smiles at Zahir wanting to know his reaction to the idea).
Zahir: (Has tears that start to form as his only reaction he can manage is to shake his head yes while looking at his son).
Ziona: (Starts to tear up again as well but then winces a little. She still looks at her husband with their son in his arms and can't help but smile).
Shizen: (Grins and goes back where she had been when helping Ziona deliver Luka. She is cleaning up but then notices something and has to pause surprise thinking she is mistaken). That's... Odd.
Zahir: (Looks to Shizen between focusing on his son). What is?
Ziona: (Suddenly grabs her stomach as she looks in slight pain again).
Shizen: (Stops cleaning up and puts her gloves back on). You are a very special and rare spirit family indeed... And perhaps it is a little bigger then you had thought.
Ziona: (Looks at Zahir in shock after understanding why she is feeling the same pain as before when having Luka).
Zahir: (Looks in shock as well as he cradles Luka carefully in his arms).
Shizen: Don't worry, it should be a little easier though this one seems to be a little shy to come out.
Ziona: (Nods still being taken by surprised, not knowing what to say. She has little time to comprehend it fully as contractions start again holding Zahir's hand again as he holds Luka in his other arm. She pushes a few more times and soon enough another cry from a baby is heard as Ziona lays back again being even more exhausted than before. As the baby's cry is heard both Zahir and Ziona hearing it clearly though the cry is not as loud as Luka's was. The cry makes Luka cry as well from hearing it as Shizen does the same thing she did with Luka cleaning the little newborn and wrapping them in a towel).
Zahir: (At first he is at a loss of words). Well now... Isn't that something.
Ziona: (Is too exhausted to say anything nodding as she catches her breath, looking at Zahir with a smile).
Shizen: (Goes over to Zahir holding the newborn in her arms with a big smile). Would you like to hold your daughter as well?
Zahir: (Cannot help but laugh as he still tries to wrap his head around everything). Well I was planning on giving my wife a hug but I guess that will wait won't it now?
Shizen: (Laughs). Well of course but let's have your wife see and hold her little ones as well.
Ziona: (Nods getting teary eyed as she is handed her newborn daughter using her other hand to have Zahir sit on the bed beside her to hug Zahir who still holds Luka). I... Couldn't be happier... We're a happy family now.... (Cries tears of joy).
Zahir: (Has his own tears that start to spill from his eyes). Yes we are Ziona and we will stay happy.
Ziona: (She rest her head on Zahir she looks down at their two new born children who are held close to each other. They are now calm since next to each other and their parents and the girl having same amount of hair as Luka but dark purple and once opening her eyes they can see they are a light purple lavender color looking mostly like Ziona's). She... Looks just like me... And he... Looks just like you....
Zahir: They do don't they. (Can't stop looking at his lovely wife and next thing he knows he kisses his wife's head and then his newborn children).
Ziona: (Snuggles up to Zahir kissing him on the cheek as she looks up at him with a smile then kisses her children on the head as she brings them closer). ... I didn't think too much on other names for her.... (Thinks on good names). Maybe Lulu...? It sounds cute... What do you think... Do you have any ideas?
Zahir: I do like Lulu very much and I'm terrible with names anyway.
Ziona: Alright I like it to... Luka and Lulu... Their so cute... I couldn't be happier. (As the twins snuggle up to each Lulu seeming shyer then Luka but both cling to one another).
Shizen: (Looks at the happy family with a big grin and looking at the twins in awe). Very rare indeed, only I few twin spirits have ever existed... And to be there to witness something so rare... You are truly a special family.
Zahir: (Doesn't answer as he is just enjoying the moment not wanting it too end).
Ziona: (Enjoys the moment as well resting her head on Zahir's shoulder and the twins being held close to them. She and Zahir looks down at them lovingly as Luka tries to reach for Zahir and Lulu just looks up at both Zahir and Ziona shyly).
Zahir: (Keeps looking at his children and how much they look like them in their own ways).
Ziona: (Almost falls asleep but then Lulu starts to cry a little making Luka become upset as well and tries to calm them down being concerned). Shh it's alright... What's wrong... Please don't cry.
Zahir: (Laughs a little bit as he handles Luka). Well I guess we are going to be busy starting today now aren't we?
Ziona: (Giggles and nods in agreement). I guess so... But I wouldn't change it for the world. (as she comforts Lulu who stops and yawns a little but then sneezes with a purple mist coming out covering the family as Luka makes closest sound he can to a giggle).
Zahir: (Starts to laugh as well). Well then, she's already stealing my thunder.
Ziona: (Luka tries to reach and grab Zahir and Lulu looks on verge of tears with a look like she had done something wrong). But they're so cute... And please don't cry shh it's alright. (As she cradles Lulu in her arms rocking her gently to calm her down).
Zahir: (Brings his finger to Luka so that he can grab it).
Ziona: (Giggles greatly as Luka grabs Zahir's finger in a strong grip for being so small).
Zahir: (Chuckles and he plays with his son). Oh, oh strong grip you got there.
Ziona: (Giggles more as she rests her head on Zahir again, Lulu being calmed down and yawning as Luka puts Zahir's finger in his mouth).
Zahir: Better not bite down now. (Rests on Ziona's head as Luka just sort of chews Zahir's finger though he has no teeth yet so doesn't hurt at all).
Ziona: I don't think he has teeth yet to bite down.
Zahir: I know that doesn't mean I can't complain still.
Ziona: He doesn't know any better and also it's cute.
Shizen: (Finishes up cleaning her area as she is unable to stop her proud grin towards the new family). All cleaned up here now, is there anything else you need from me?
Ziona: (Realizes Shizen is there having not paid attention). No I just couldn't be happier right now... Thank you so much. Shizen: It's the least I could do and I am honored to see the birth of twins as cute as them... It is very rare for spirits to have twins very rare indeed.
Ziona: (Perks his head up questioningly). It is?
Shizen: Only a few exist and they have a strong bond with one another feeling what the other twin feels. (Goes over and tickles Luka who laughs and Lulu laughs shortly after him as if being tickled as well and Ziona can't help but smile at them).
Zahir: Well then.... (Cannot stop smiling either).
Shizen: I can check their powers before I leave. It is just making a seal that opens their powers for a moment but they will not learn or have their powers develop more until they grow more.
Ziona: (Looks at Zahir to see what he thinks).
Zahir: Hmm on one side I want to see but at the same time I want to be a surprise so I think we should find out when they find out unless you want to know Ziona.
Ziona: (Thinks as well). I'm not sure... Either way I love them no matter what... So maybe we can see if one of them has a scorpion tail like you... That would be really cute.
Zahir: Then it's decided, go ahead Shizen.
Shizen: (Nods as Shizen makes a seal putting it on Luka who giggles and one appears on Lulu as well as she starts to tear up in a cute shy way. A purple aura comes out of them as 1 purple scorpion tail develops for each of them).
Zahir: Well then time for tail practice at some point! (Has a proud grin as he laughs).
Ziona: So cute! (Giggles as Luka tries to grab his own tail that dangles just out of his reach and Lulu just hides shyly from hers).
Zahir: (Gives his own tail to Luka to play with and Luka holds Zahir's tail as he giggles with Lulu still hides from her own tail).
Shizen: Well they are obviously poison element and I don't see wind or water element at all, perhaps because Ziona is all poison element.
Ziona: Their still so cute... It's alright Lulu, it's alright. (Holds Lulu close comforting her).
Zahir: (Just watches Luka as he plays with his tail, bouncing him up and down with it).
Shizen: (Smiles as she releases the seal on Luka and Lulu. The seals fade away but the tails stay which Shizen seems puzzled at first but smiles again at how sweet they are figuring the tails will fade in a moment).
Ziona: (Smiles at Zahir as he plays with Luka who holds onto the tail giggling). ... He's having fun playing with you.
Zahir: (Doesn't notice at first as he is focused on Luka but hearing Ziona finally after a couple of minutes he looks up and smiles). I guess he is... The tails are always fun to play with.
Ziona: (Giggles and Lulu just looks at everything around her being quiet in her wonder). I know and now I have three scorpions to love.
Zahir: (Laughs as he dangles another tail by Luka so he can play with both). I don't think you will have a choice but to love us all.
Ziona: Not that I wouldn't. (Smiles becoming a little teary eyed from how happy she is as she looks at Zahir as Luka tries to grab one tail still too focused on grabbing one to see the other. Lulu looks at the second tail shyly but curiously as she clings to Ziona).
Zahir: (Notices his daughters staring at his tail so he decides to make one of them hang over her like a mobile).
Ziona: (Brings Lulu closer to Zahir as she smiles at her. Lulu just looks at the tail trying to hide a little and peaks at it her hands up by her face in a timid manner but looking at Zahir and the tail with a shy and cute look).
Zahir: (Makes the tail rest under Lulu's head as Luka still plays with one of the tail's. Lulu calms down and closes her eyes, her head resting on the tail as she sleeps and Luka settles down as well).
Ziona: (Snuggles up to Zahir kissing his cheek as she looks at him and then their children enjoying the moment).
Zahir: (Chuckles lightly). Well looks like I know how to make them happy too, that's great.
Ziona: I guess so. (Still smiles at both of them for a few moments. After the moments of peace it looks like Lulu is about to cry as she wakes up and Luka frowns looking like he's troubled as well). It's alright no need to cry. (First Lulu cries softly making Luka cry louder). Shh it's alright... what's wrong?
Zahir: (Starts to do the same comforting Luka). Hey, hey no crying.
Shizen: (Laughs a little as she sits on a chair to the side). They're probably hungry by now.
Ziona: (Smiles thinking that is probably true then looks down at her chest covering it a little as she blushes some milk already leaking a little and showing from the cloths a little).
Shizen: (Gets up and starts to leave). I will be going now to tell everyone the good news. Ziona well need a few days to recover her energy so she will be weak . It will take her body a few months to heal.
Ziona: (Blushes deeply and nods).
Zahir: (Shakes his head yes not sure if he should follow Shizen out right now). So what should I do? Do I stay here and help or no?
Ziona: ... I would like you to stay... But I don't think you can feed them really. (She starts taking the straps of her dress down and so her chest is bare).
Zahir: I know that but I don't wish to be in your way honey. I can help in any way, just ask me for anything.
Ziona: You're never in my way... But if you insist... Maybe you can be the first one to change their diapers. (Giggles a little).
Zahir: (Is dumbfounded not expecting his offer to be for that). Uhh.
Ziona: (Kisses Zahir quickly as she takes the crying twins in her arms). Don't worry, we can figure it all out together... As a family. (First she holds Luka up to her and he starts to drink milk making him calm down then does the same with Lulu on the other side with the same result. Smiles at them as she lays back resting her head on Zahir).
Shizen: (As she leaves the room everyone sees her and stands quickly wanting to know what happened as Shizen grins).
Hiki and Raku: (Come running up to Shizen being the first to reach her). How is she doing?
Nara: (Is beside Raku as everyone else is behind them). Did she have the baby yet?
Shizen: Now, now settle down. Yes she is fine though a bit weak and tired from everything. It will be a few days for her to recover her strength so she should rest today and tomorrow as much as possible but yes they are both very happy.
Kairi: Yay she had the baby then! (Smiles and jumps excitedly).
Shizen: (Grins more). Yes she did.
Hiki: (Is very happy as she hugs Chazz and Tori chuckles and smiles beside them).
Jennifer: How is the baby? Is it a boy or a girl, I bet on girl.
Kairi: Me to!
Nara: Really I thought it would be a boy.
Kura: I thought boy as well.
Shizen: (Pauses and thinks of how to say the next part of the news as everyone says what they think the baby's gender is).
Hiki and Tori: (Gives their thoughts as well as they end up debating against each other).
Shizen: (Laughs at everyone's as the debate and argue over the baby's gender). Well let's just say everyone is correct on this and that they may need another crib.
Kairi: (Pause and give looks of being very confused and so does Kura, Yami and Nara).
Jennifer: (Her eyes widen in shock once figuring out what Shizen is saying).
Hiki and Tori: (Stop their debate as they look at Shizen being confused).
Chazz: (Also holds a look of confusion on what Shizen means).
Shizen: They are a very rare family indeed. Only a few twin spirits have ever existed.
Jennifer: Really she had twins?
Kairi: (Smiles and jumps up and down in more excitement). Yay even better!
Nara: (Is in shock as well as Kura a bit). Really... I've never even met twin spirits before... That's possible?
Shizen: Yes but very, very rare.
Hiki and Tori: (Just look at Kura and Yami who have been mostly silent but seeing their mouths drop makes them both laugh).
Hiki: (She then giggles and jumps with Kairi). Yay twins still!
Tori: Well they will have their hands full.
Kura: Well umm... It is surprising.
Yami: (Grumbles and crosses his arms). I'm not going in there again after what I saw.
Shizen: (Laughs again). Well that was your own fault.
Yami: ... Shut it.
Shizen: But give them a little bit until we visit. She is feeding the little ones at the moment.
Hiki: (Shakes her head yes as Chazz and Tori start to head downstairs and Hiki shortly follows).
Raku: (Stays by Nara wanting to stay near for support).
Nara: (Ponders still being in shock). So it's a boy and a girl?
Shizen: Yes the boy looks more like Zahir and the girl looks more like Ziona but they both have mostly have Zahir's power from what I have seen.
Raku: They do? Well now that is something else.
Shizen: Tes they have one scorpion tail each but will not get their full powers until they are older.
Kairi: Well I cannot wait to see them!
Jennifer: They sound like they are so adorable I cannot wait either.
Raku: I'm excited now to see these little guys.
Shizen: She just needs a few moments to feed them but they are very happy indeed. Just give them some time alone with them and then you can come along when I check up on them.
Jennifer: Alright will they need anything?
Kura: I can make something for them to eat.
Shizen: That would be good for Ziona to get something to eat and I will get bandages for Zahir's hand since it's a bit damaged. (Laughs).
Nara: (Laughs as well) well I bet he had other things on his mind when that happened.
Raku: He more than likely did. He was maybe scared and excited at the same time since this would be a new thing for the both of them.
Shizen: Yes but now they are very happy. Now let's get dinner for everyone and then visit with them in a few minutes.
Yami: (Leaves with Jennifer, Kairi and Kura). Good, was getting hungry anyways.
Kura: (Sighs). You're always hungry.
Nara: (Holds Raku's hand as they follow with Shizen).
Kura: (Once down stairs she goes to the kitchen and Jennifer goes to help her).
Kairi: (Skips and sits next to Tori resting her head on his shoulder with a giggle).
Shizen: (Goes to get more blankets and bandages and things for the babies in the nursery).
Nara: (Sits, leaning her head on Raku with a small smile).
Hiki: (Is already in the kitchen with Chazz as they prepare some food for dinner she notices Jennifer and Kura coming into the kitchen). Hi Jenny, Hi Kura.
Kura: Hello we were wondering if you needed help getting dinner ready.
Jennifer: If not I can tend to the garden Ziona has in the backyard. I can bring in anything that's ready to be picked.
Hiki: (Looks at Chazz but he is busy focusing on the food). We could use your help since it would help make things go a bit faster.
Kura: Very well. (Rolls up her sleeves and gets ready to help out standing beside Hiki's other side).
Jennifer: (Goes on the other side of Chazz and helps as well).
Hiki: (Starts to cook with Chazz as he handles the stove and gets everything prepped for Chazz to cook).
Jennifer: (Helps Hiki prepare the food then goes out into the garden to look for vegetables to go with it).
Kura: (Can't find a lid for a pot she is using and ends up improvising by making a barrier over the pot).
Hiki: (Laughs at the barrier).
Kura: (Smirks using some of her element to help her cook). Well it works just as well I would think.
Shizen: (After a short time she finishes collecting baby clothing, blankets and bandages and waits until dinner is done so they can head up and visit).
Chazz: (Finishes off some food as Hiki had already finished up).
Shizen: (Places everything she had gotten on a table to do a final check that she had collected everything and then gathers them up again). I am going up to check on them first. You can come up and knock in a few moments when you have finished.
Nara: (Nods and gets ready to head up again with Raku). Very well.
Kairi: Yay I can't wait!
Yami: (Looks unsure glancing up the stairs). ... Are you sure it's safe?
Shizen: (Just laughs and walks up the stairs leaving the question unanswered).
Raku: (Laughs as well). I'm sure everything is going to be fine now. No need to faint again unless you're too scared to see newborn babies?
Tori: (Chuckles a bit). Would be interesting if the same thing happened twice.
Yami: .... Did not faint. (Pouts grumpily).
Kairi: But didn't you go outside and lose your stomach after waking up, Kura told me that.
Yami: (Looks annoyed and embarrassed). I-I did not!
Nara: (Bursts into laughter as well).
Tori: Yes, yes whatever you want to say.
Raku: (Still chuckles shaking his head at the odd group).
And upstairs as everyone does their cooking and relaxing.
Ziona: (Rests her head on Zahir's shoulder as she feeds the twins. Being tired she rests looking at Luka and Lulu and enjoying the peaceful and happy moment).
Zahir: (Just looks at his wife and children in awe). I still can't believe this is happening now of all times... But I am happy to be a family with you my dear. (He rubs both of their heads carefully).
Ziona: When I first found out I was having them I was happy yet scared... But once you came back... I think around this time yesterday I wasn't scared anymore and I knew everything would be alright. We could be happy... Though I was a little scared at first when you first found out I was carrying a child... I thought you would or wouldn't you want that but then my fears were put at ease the next moment when you were happy with it.
Zahir: (Smiles greatly). Of course I would be happy... To be a family with the only girl I will ever love. I couldn't ask for anything greater since when we were young I always wanted to be by your side and I couldn't imagine being next to anyone else at all... and I was scared to ruin that....
Ziona: (Smiles up at Zahir kissing him). Now we don't have to be scared anymore. We can live happy peaceful lives with Luka and Lulu.... (Looks down at their children). Their so cute... And thank you for telling me that story last night. It helped figure out a name for both of them really.
Zahir: (Blushes). Well I didn't expect you to pick that name at all but at the same time I am happy you did.
Ziona: Well I liked the name and I wanted something that meant something and you cared for that person who protected you. You said he had become like a brother to you. It gave me the idea because that's the person who kept you safe so you could return to me.
Zahir: (Just smiles with small tears as he looks at Ziona and his children with even more speechless happiness).
Ziona: (Looks back at Zahir with a smile then snuggles up to him more, holding Luka and Lulu close. She smiles at them but they finish drinking and both yawn, Lulu falling asleep lightly as Luka just looks around at everything before slowly falling asleep as well). ... We make some very cute kids... They look just like us but mini though. I think Lulu is a bit smaller then Luka but they are still both so small and cute.
Zahir: That is very true. They are both good looking kids huh?
Ziona: And they both have some of your power which I'm happy about. I don't have many abilities besides the basics to defend myself and making medicines out of poisons... I want them to be strong like you.
Zahir: They may become even stronger then that and that is fine with me. I'll always run to them when they need me like I do with you because they now mean just as much to me. I want them to be as kind as you are as well dear. Can't just be all about me now can it?
Ziona: I guess you have a point. Already I can tell Lulu is a bit shy like me which is cute and Luka is more like you but I think he giggles a lot more like I do.
Zahir: (Laughs). True being shy will always be cute and they can be whoever they are, I will always care about them as... They are my children.
Ziona: (Giggles). And I will protect them with everything I have just the same
Zahir: And I will protect all of you. No one is taking this away from me. No one ever will.
Ziona: (Kisses Zahir while smiling up at him). I know you will and because of that we will be a happy family now and forever. (Suddenly hears a knock on the door as she hands Zahir the sleeping twins so she can pull up her top quickly having finished feeding them. The twins shift trying to get comfortable again as they snuggle up to each other). W-who is it?
Shizen: It's me, I just have a few things for you two and the twins and the then rest are bringing up dinner since they want to see the little ones. Is it alright to come in?
Zahir: (Sighs in relief). Alright Shizen, come on in. We are all set and the kids are asleep so everyone needs to be quiet. No need to hear the cries just yet.
Shizen: (Comes in quietly and lays the things she brought on a low shelf). Good glad they are doing well. Ziona how are you feeling, do you have any pain?
Ziona: Oh I'm fine really though a bit tired... And the lower half of my body does hurt a bit. (Blushes).
Shizen: That is normal it will be like that for some time, especially in the morning since it will slowly fade. Using your legs will be a bit more difficult the first few days so take it easy and Zahir you will need to help your wife and take care of your children a little more until Ziona regains her strength.
Zahir: (Grins). So I am taking care of everyone at once? I got this responsibility of mine and yeah they are doing well now.
Shizen: (Laughs). Well your roll is just as big as Ziona's being the father.
Ziona: I-I can help... I don't mind if I have to deal with a little pain. I can still help Zahir when he needs it... I don't want you to have to do almost all of the work even if it is only for a day or two.
Zahir: Don't worry about it, I can handle it. If I have trouble I can just ask for help and trust me I will. I just want to make sure you're not on your feet too much.
Ziona: (Pouts a little and blushes more). Well you can't stop me from trying to help at least.
Zahir: I know I can't but that doesn't mean I won't try too. (Smiles at Ziona).
Ziona: (Smiles back at Zahir but then they hear a knock on the door again).
Shizen: (As she goes to answer the door). That must be the others. Are you ready for them to visit?
Ziona: I-I think so.
Zahir: (Nods as he holds his children as they rest). Just make sure they stay quiet.
Shizen: (Opens the door for everyone). Hello there, the twins are sleeping so we will need to stay quiet.
Jennifer: (Whispers as she steps in carefully). We will.
Kairi: Yay I can't wait. (Tries to peek around Shizen).
Yami: (Is hesitant to look in). As long as it's safe now.
Kura: (Sighs). Yami just let it go for now.
Yami: Yeah, yeah whatever.
Hiki and Tori: (Tori follows close behind with Chazz as Hiki tries to do the same thing as Kairi since she wants to see the babies as well).
Shizen: (Moves away from the door so everyone can come in).
Kairi: (Skips into the room then goes over to Zahir and Ziona with a excited smile as she looks at the sleeping twins in Zahir's arms in awe). ... So cute.
Jennifer: (As she holds some of the food for everyone smiling as well). They really are, congratulations.
Nara: (Comes in behind everyone with Raku going over to see the twins and hugs Ziona with a smile). They are so adorable, I'm so happy for you.
Ziona: Thank you. (Has a big smile as well as she hugs Nara back).
Raku: (Follows close behind Nara).
Hiki: (Says constantly "they are so cute" to Ziona and to Chazz as he and Tori help with the food being brought in).
Raku: (Goes to Zahir). You two really will be busy from now. I wanted to spar with you today but oh well.
Zahir: (Chuckles a little bit). Well I will after the kids are being taken care of and figure all of this out. Then I will no problem.
Nara: Did you come up with a name for them?
Ziona: (Giggles as she looks up at Zahir with a faint blush). Luka and Lulu.
Zahir: (Chuckles more). Well I didn't really have a choice in that matter. She decided to do it after I told her the story of me and Luka so I couldn't really complain about it.
Ziona: (Pouts a little). If you didn't like the idea you could have said something... I thought it would be nice to name them after someone important to you... And I also liked the name.
Zahir: (Smiles at Ziona). I never said I didn't like the name. I just didn't expect it at all... Now I can still have the memory of him within my son.
Ziona: (Smiles back at Zahir). I'm glad... And technically I named them both after him a little bit though changed a little.
Shizen: I may not have seen you and Luka long but I can tell you two had a strong bond so the name fits well if I say so. Who knows maybe Luka was reborn as your son. (Laughs a little at her joke).
Jennifer: Is that even possible?
Shizen: Some believe so.
Zahir: Whatever the case may be I don't care... This here is my son now and that is all that matters and of course my daughter as well. Can't forget about her now.
Ziona: (Kisses Zahir on the cheek then looks at her children and can't help but have a big smile still. Lulu starts to move around in her sleep looking like she may cry soon as Luka sleeps a little more peacefully than her).
Yami: (Just looks at the small twins curiously not thinking they would be that small).
Kura: (Laughs a little from Yami's expression).
Zahir: Oh looks like these two are about to wake up again. Maybe they want to say hi to everyone. (He bounces the twins a little to calm them down). Hiki: (Just continues watching the twin with many excited giggles). They are still so cute.
Ziona: They really are.
Kairi: And so small, it's so adorable. I can't wait to visit them more.
Shizen: Yes and they will be small for a longer amount of time then a human though.
Jennifer: Oh how long does it take for a spirit to grow?
Shizen: (Takes a moment to think). Hmm for a spirit to get to age one even with aging a bit faster than adults I think it takes about a century roughly.
Jennifer: (Gives a surprised expression). T-that seems like a long time.
Kairi: (Seems more excited then shocked). Daw that means they stay little longer, so cute!
Hiki: (Nods in agreement with Shizen). Yes I have helped take care of younger spirits before with my mother. It was a fun time as they were still young yet their minds matured a bit.
Kairi: That sounds like so much fun. I wish I could do that.
Jennifer: Well perhaps you could help with children back home in the town daycare one day though they may mistake you as one of the kids they take care of. (Laughs a little motioning to her short height).
Kairi: (Pouts a little crossing her arms). Hey no fair.
Ziona: (Laughs a little then hears Lulu cry and then shortly after hearing Luka cry from hearing Lulu. She takes Lulu from Zahir to comfort her, cradling her in her arms to calm her down).
Zahir: (Starts to try and calm Luka down by doing the same but he is still a little awkward with figuring out how).
Nara: (Laughs). Wow she has such a soft cry and he has a much louder cry... It makes sense.
Raku: I think she got that from Ziona. She always cried quietly when she was scared of something.
Ziona: (Pouts a little but then giggles looking down at Lulu who she kisses on the head once she calms down which helps Luka calm down).
Kairi: Aww it's like Luka cried for Lulu. Shizen: Yes spirit twins are connected. They feel what the other feels so if one is tickled they both laugh and if one is hurt or scared the other feels their pain and emotions.
Jennifer: (Pauses looking from Shizen to the Twins in awe). Wow really?
Shizen: Yes I know because I have seen the twins before though only very few of them exist.
Chazz: Very interesting indeed since it seems like they share the same state if mind but yet they don't .
Hiki: I still think they are cute.
Zahir: (Just laughs at Ziona's pout).
Shizen: Yes they may be connected but that does not mean they are the same person. They have their separate personalities but can understand and feel what the other feels. That also means they need the other since if one gets hurt so does the other so you might want to be careful of that. It make them dependent on each other but it also makes it so that their bond is the strongest of anyone's.
Jennifer: (Listens carefully and starts to nod her understanding). That does make sense.
Ziona: (Looks down at both her children kissing them on the head). I won't let anything happen to them... I will do everything possible to keep them safe....
Zahir: And I will protect all of you first before that.
Ziona: (Nods looking at Zahir with a smile and is a little teary eyed. She kisses him on the cheek then resting her head on his shoulder again being tired).
Shizen: You should eat a little at least before you turn in for the night.
Ziona: I will... I'm just relaxing.
Nara: Would it be too much to ask to hold one of them for a moment? (Looks at both the twins with a smile not really sure what is making her ask so suddenly).
Zahir: (Looks at Ziona wondering what she wants to do and Raku does the same to Nara).
Ziona: Maybe just for a moment.... (Looks at Luka and Lulu not wanting them away from her for long). But only a moment.
Nara: I umm understand, just a moment. (Goes over to Ziona's other side and is handed Lulu. She stays there so she can stay close and Lulu looks up at her with a cute shy expression. Nara looks back at her, thoughts going through her head and rethinking some things. Looking at Raku after a moment she has a expression as if saying I want one with a sparkle in her eye and Raku can tell from the expression).
Shizen: (Notices the look laughing a little seeing that expression on many before).
Raku: (Sighs knowing he cannot argue against such a look). Oh boy now, here we go.
Zahir: (Just laughs with Ziona giggling along with him).
Shizen: Well you should discuss that when you get home.
Nara: (Hesitantly gives Lulu back to Ziona with a sheepish smile). I'm free to babysit any time... Just ask.
Ziona: (Laughs). Thank you but I may not want them out of my sight for a while. (Holds Lulu close looks down at her).
Jennifer: Well we will not take them away, we promise.
Kura: (Goes to Yami). See they are not that scary right?
Yami: Shut it, not scared of a little baby. (Pouts grumpily).
Hiki: Then how about you try to hold one of them then Yami. Huh?
Tori: (Smirks). It's not like they are going to hurt.
Yami: Fine! (Looks at the twins seeming unsure, going over to Zahir and looking at Luka). Umm won't bite will it?
Kura: (Laughs a little). He forgets he was one himself once... Though he did bite.
Zahir: (Laughs as well). No not yet he doesn't, so it's all good now.
Yami: Alright if you're sure about that. (Hesitantly holds Luka but more away from him as Luka looks back at him). Umm hi.... (Tries to reach and grab at him and he looks confused). Hey what do you want? Can't have my nose sorry. (Smiles slightly then decides to make funny faces making Luka giggle).
Kura: (Smirks but also get a small tug on her emotions watching Yami). See not so bad.
Yami: Shut it... Guess they're kind of cute....
Hiki: (Laughs as well as Zahir as they watch him).
Yami: (Still looks at the baby as Luka looks back at him then decides to change his eyes from white and red to black and red constantly as he plays peek-a-boo and Luka giggles greatly).
Kura: Well it looks like you are enjoying yourself.
Yami: Yeah guess easy to make him laugh. (Luka suddenly looks like he's about to sneeze and does so right in Yami's face but a poison mist comes out making Yami dizzy and fall passing out. Everyone panicks since Luka is in Yami's arms).
Hiki: (Catches Luka as Chazz catches Yami so his head does not hit the floor).
Shizen: (Laughs). He has a strong poison for a newborn to already knock someone out.
Yami: (Is still out of it as Kairi and Kura rushes to him in concern).
Jennifer: (Goes over to Hiki looking at Luka who giggles trying to grab anything in reach). It is hard to be mad at a face like that now.
Kura: (Nods to Chazz as she takes over tending to Yami). I will handle him, thank you.
Kairi: Wow I guess that was part of their power. (Looks at Zahir). Do you sneeze like that too?
Shizen: (Laughs at Kairi's comment and so does Nara greatly).
Hiki: (Dances a little carefully with Luka to keep him smiling).
Ziona: (Giggles looking at Luka seeing he is having fun and trying to grab Hiki's hair in his mouth as Lulu looks at them and their surroundings in curiosity).
Kairi: (Walks over to Hiki looking at Luka as well with a big smile and giggles). I think he's trying to eat your hair.
Hiki: I know and I'm alright with it if it makes him smile and laugh. I can live with it though he shouldn't eat too much since it will give a tummy ache.
Jennifer and Kairi: (Laughs as Luka smiles and giggles still chewing on a lock of Hiki's hair).
Ziona: (Looks at Hiki and Luka with a smile still and then snuggles up to Zahir with Lulu in her arms looking up at both of them).
Zahir: Well it looks like she wasn't lying when she said she worked with kids before. She has her own mothers intuition.
Ziona: Well if we need a babysitter there are a lot of people who would do so but I may want to stay by them every moment... I don't want to miss a single moment with them. (Holds Lulu close who snuggles up to her kissing her on the head).
Zahir: (Smiles as he kisses Lulu's head). True but as long as I'm with them and you I'm more than happy.
Hiki: (Pulls her hair away from Luka as she starts to walk back to Zahir).
Ziona: And I will be happy as well... I couldn't be happier (Rests on Zahir as Lulu looks at Hiki as she gets closer and also Luka who looks back at her. Luka making funny baby noises as Lulu stays silent).
Kairi: (Follows Hiki still looking and smiling at Luka).
Hiki: (Hands back Luka to Zahir as he takes him).
Zahir: Oh I'm surprised I got him back so soon since you were having so much fun there.
Hiki: (Giggles a bit). Well in honesty I didn't want too but I had too since master was going to scold me maybe. (Hiki and Zahir look at Chazz as he just scratches his cheek).
Chazz: Well... She isn't fully wrong....
Hiki: (Rushes over to hug Chazz). Master you can punish me later if you want or just hug me, either one works
Chazz: (Blushes at the comment as he gives Hiki a hug back). I guess I have no choice then but to choose the hug.
Tori: Well, well feeling lovey dovey now?
Chazz: What... What are you saying Tori?
Hiki: (Just blushes and smiles).
Jennifer: (Blushes seeing Hiki hug Chazz then frowns for a moment from keeping in her own emotions. She hides it putting on a smile going away a little and starts to serve food to others, trying to keep her mind off of it just so she can hide the emotions better).
Kairi: (Looks at Jennifer thinking is something wrong looking concerned as she comes over). Are you alright sis?
Jennifer: (Gives a small smile and nods). Yes I am fine, just serving food before it is forgotten.
Kairi: (Gives a expression of not fully believing her yet). If you are sure.
Ziona: (Looks at Jennifer then at Zahir knowing that look she has well since she knows it well from when she kept her emotions inside).
Zahir: Well then this guy is quite popular now isn't he, hmm interesting.
Ziona: But one... She's pulling away... So the other can be happy. (Looks down a little).
Zahir: Yeah I remember her telling me about it. Shall we help a bit.
Ziona: How would we help?
Zahir: Hmm let's figure that out later.
Ziona: Alright I will try and think of something. (Frowns looking at Jennifer and then smiles knowing it gets better and that she will find happiness as well. She then looks at Zahir and then down at her children with a smile once again).
Yami: (Finally wakes from his daze grabbing his head). What... Happened?
Kura: (Just laughs remembering his face when the sneeze happened as Yami looks at her confused).
Hiki: Ohh nothing at all Yami, you just held the baby. It was nice.
Yami: Oh yeah, I guess so. (Just sits there still confused to why he's on the ground).
Shizen: (Walks over to Zahir and Ziona as they hold Luka and Lulu). Do you mind if I take a look at them? Just a check up to learn more about their health and well being. Normal things a midwife should look into.
Ziona: (Looks up at Shizen in concern). Of course, is everything alright?
Shizen: Yes they look perfectly healthy. I just want to give a little check up just to make sure.
Zahir: (Hands over Luka to Shizen).
Shizen: (Lays Luka on the bed looking Luka over checking his physical strength and hand, eye coordination as if a regular doctor's check up. Luka giggles when Shizen is tickling him a little making Lulu laugh as well). He looks about 6 pounds so a good weight for a little newborn like him and his health seems fine. He will grow to be very strong I would think.
Ziona: (Smiles looking at Luka then Zahir kissing him on the cheek). He's strong like you.
Zahir: Well I hope he would or even stronger to protect his sister.
Shizen: Perhaps someday but for a while he will be a very giggly baby who cries when Lulu cries. (Laughs a little handing Luka to Zahir and then Ziona hands Lulu to her. Lulu starts to cry a little from being out of her mother's hold making Luka cry a little). Shh it's alright, I will give you back to your mother in a moment.
Ziona: She's just like me in that way not wanting to be away from someone close to me for very long. (Smiles up at Zahir).
Zahir: It can be a bother sometimes. (Looks at Ziona like he teasing her).
Ziona: (Looks at Zahir making a cute sad pouty face). So mean.
Shizen: (Laughs as she tries to get Lulu to calm down and she slowly does).
Zahir: (Puts his hand on Lulu's hand which allows her to calm down more).
Shizen: Thank you. (Places Lulu on the bed as she looks her over same way she had with Luka). Well she is noticeably smaller about 4 pounds and a bit weaker. She doesn't have a grip like Luka and is much shyer and quieter but she looks fine. Just more fragile than Luka so she needs a bit more nutrients from milk since I think Luka took more than her during the pregnancy.
Ziona: (Looks a little worried for Lulu with her maternal instincts and worry start to surface). We will do whatever it takes to make sure she gets all that she needs.
Zahir: As I know we both will have no problems there.
Shizen: Very well, thank you for letting me look at both of them. (Hands Lulu to Ziona but Lulu has a light grip on Zahir's finger with a sleepy look and calm look).
Zahir: Well it looks like I'm handling the girl now while you have Luka huh dear? (Begins to laugh as he hands Luka to Ziona).
Ziona: (Takes Luka who just looks at both of his parents and gives Lulu who looks up at Zahir with a cute sweet look to him). Well we do need to bond with both of them, not just one each.
Zahir: Of course or how else will I take care of them if they only care about you. They need to care about their father too.
Ziona: (Giggles as Lulu snuggles up to Zahir holding onto him still. She looks like she is about to sleep as Luka clings to Ziona looking a little tired as well). Well she already seems to be attached to you.
Zahir: (Smiles). Well they do say the girl attaches more to the father as the son does to the mom sometimes anyway.
Ziona: (Smiles as well). I would think it's both though since they cling to both of us.
Zahir: That is very true indeed. (As he just holds on to Lulu with all the love he can give).
Ziona: (Looks down at both Luka and Lulu doing the same as she hold Luka. She rests her head on Zahir her body being tired yet not wanting to sleep and miss a single moment. Everyone else eats watching how cute the new family is).
Chazz: I think everyone is getting tired so we should leave in a bit since everyone especially Ziona will need her rest
Zahir: (Chuckles). If the kids will let us sleep that is.
Shizen: (Laughs). Well that is the thing. You need to learn to sleep when they are asleep, not just at night. Some nights you may only be able to have an hour or 2 of sleep.
Kairi: Even in the middle of the day?
Shizen: Babies need care and they will cry when they need it.
Jennifer: But I bet it is worth it.
Ziona: I think so.... (As she looks at her children with all her love brushing their hair away a little and holding them close with Zahir).
Zahir (Yawns a little bit). This is going to be a long night. (Zahir chuckles as he plays with Lulu to keep her from crying).
Ziona: But I don't mind. (Giggles and Luka clings to her, snuggling up to her as Lulu looks up at Zahir who smiles giggling a little. Everyone finishes up eating and yawns as well).
Jennifer: We should get some sleep.
Kairi: Aww do we have to? Their so cute.
Jennifer: You will get to see them tomorrow, don't worry but I do think that we will need to leave in 2 or 3 days.
Kairi: (Looks upset not wanting to leave). What why?
Jennifer: We have to go back home don't we?
Kairi: Oh right but we can visit again right?
Chazz: Well of course we can since I do enjoy learning about the people here as I suppose Shizen will want to visit regularly as well.
Hiki: Yay I want to see the babies again.
Kairi: Me to, their so adorable.
Kura: I can agree with this.
Ziona: Feel free to visit anytime... I couldn't thank you enough... I owe you so much for bring Zahir back. (Starts to tear up but with a smile as she looks at Zahir).
Shizen: (Smiles at Ziona). It is the least we could do... And I promise I will do all I can to make sure you no longer have to hide... I promise so that your children can have a safe life where they do not have to hide who they are. (Looks down a little).
Nara: (Puts her hand on Shizen's shoulder). We know you will do all that you can. We don't blame you for what has happened.
Zahir: Neither do I, nothing you could more than you already have done so there's no need to feel guilt. Just keep moving forward
Shizen: (Looks up again with a smile). You have a point, at my age I can't afford to hold on to regret. Just take every day at a time and do what I can now so that there is no more suffering.
Chazz: And that's all you can do. No more regret, only taking steps forward with everyone. I know that Hiki and Tori agree with me.
Jennifer: You have a point.... (Says more to herself having her own thoughts looking at Chazz).
Shizen: Yes I guess over the years being leader of the nature spirits has made me more hard on myself feeling that I must keep everyone safe. No wonder the first spirit who controlled everything split his power into the elements of the first generation. That type of responsibility takes its toll. Yet I wouldn't change it for the world because I am proud of how wise you and many others have become.
Hiki: (Looks at Jennifer with a questioning expression as she clings to Chazz).
Zahir: Yeah those types of things can happen when you're the leader of many lives but everyone supports and respects you so no need to be hard on yourself as it will reflect to everyone else.
Shizen: Of course and I treasure that respect and support. I will do all I can to make sure as many as possible are safe and able to live as they please without fear.
Ziona: (Nods smiling at her two children then starts to wonder what's wrong trying to calm Lulu down since it looks like she is about to cry and wake up making Luka frown in his sleep). It's alright... Please don't cry.
Shizen: (Laughs a little with a grin). They are probably hungry again. Babies need to drink a lot of milk so expect to wake up in the middle of the night a couple of times oh and to change diapers so have fun tonight.
Ziona: (Blushes but then smiles). No matter what... I will love them with all my heart no matter how late they keep me up. (Looks down at Lulu and Luka with a smile kissing them on the heads yet again).
Zahir: (Smiles as he kisses Ziona and than the kids as well).
Hiki: (Giggles). Well we should be leaving now so they can eat.
Kairi: Should I get some milk from the kitchen for them then?
Nara: (Bursts into laughter after hearing that).
Shizen: (Laughs as well as Jennifer facepalms).
Jennifer: Kairi we mentioned this earlier today it's not that kind of milk.
Kairi: (Tilts her head not remembering but nods). Oh my bad.
Hiki: (Laughs as she pulls Chazz away so they can leave). Come on master, let's leave too. Come on Tori.
Chazz: Well it looks like this is my turn leave then.
Tori: (Sighs). Being told what to do by Hiki gosh.
Hiki: Hey what's that supposed to mean!
Tori: Nothing, nothing....
Yami: Means your letting a girl tell you what to do.
Kura: (Hits Yami over the head). And yet you listen to me.
Yami: (Grabs his head). Hey... Yeah because your evil.
Jennifer and Kairi: (Laughs as they wave to Zahir and Ziona). Goodnight, we hope it's peaceful.
Nara: (Hugs Ziona). Goodnight and I will come by with Raku tomorrow and also tell the big news to the village.
Ziona: (Blushes but smiles and hugs Nara back best she can with holding the twins). Thank you for everything.
Zahir: (Says goodbye as Raku does as well by following his wife mostly looking at the kids which is why he had not said much but Raku holds Nara's hand).
Nara: (Holds Raku's hand as she looks at the twin newborns then looks up at him with a smile). Let's talk when we get home about that.
Ziona: (Can't help but giggle as she thinks of the future possible play dates for Luka and Lulu thinking of how cute that would be).
Raku: (Nods being the last to leave so he closes the door).
Zahir: (Just holds Lulu and kisses Ziona one more time).
Ziona: (Kisses Zahir back as she holds Luka then looks down at both of them with a smile). Well I have to say they are very cute... And... Perfect... I couldn't ask for anything better then to have this family with you. (Looks at Zahir with a smile as she tears up a little).
Zahir: They are beautiful because their mom is beyond it and hey, hey no more tears... You are the perfect wife and mom now I just want to be with you every day I can.
Ziona: And you are the perfect husband and father so together we made children that are just as great as us together. (Kisses Zahir on the cheek then Lulu begins to cry and that makes Luka cry loudly as she tries to comfort them). Please don't cry... I guess they are hungry again... this is going to be a long night... but I don't mind.
Zahir: (Laughs). Looks like it, oh well us parents have a job to do so we have to do it. Time for food.
Ziona: (Giggles as well as she brings Lulu closer so she can feed her as well. Zahir still holds Luka and Lulu with her as Ziona feeds them both and rests her head on Zahir snuggling up to him and falling asleep as she feeds her children being very tired).
Zahir: (Rubs his children's heads as they eat and just kisses Ziona's lips then her forehead. He then begins to laugh a little bit as he says). The only star that shined my way. That I had fallen in love with unexpectedly as we grew up together. You were the person I was around, trying to keep you by my side anytime I could... And now look at me. With the same girl I kept chasing after trying to keep the special bond I yearned to have and now, it will never go away. Our hearts are one aren't they Ziona, Luka and of course Lulu have a good night's sleep everyone.
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