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Kalego had one and single thought the moment he entered the teachers common room with Iruma held secured in a baby carrier.
“Someone is going to die today”
The day started fine, he woke up from the best sleep he had in years, had a nice breakfast with an over enthusiastic Sullivan, he even got earlier than usual to school! He was ready, diaper bag over his shoulder, to catch up with his duties and teach students how he did best; and even though his image of a terrifying demon was slightly damaged by the sweet baby boy cuddled in his chest, he was determined to continue the day like it were any other in the life of a Babyliss teacher.
He crossed the corridors with his usual thunderous expression, leaving paralyzed and fearful students behind, though this time instead of it being for his usual presence it was due to the fact of the same little kid Kalego held with utmost care, making many young demons start calling their families desperately, alleging the end of the world was near and how much they loved them. Something Kalego rathered to ignore as he made his way to the common room, opening the door and……..
Ka-boom!
-CONGRATULATIONS!!!- a chorus of cheers coming from the staff reverberated on Kalego ears as confetti exploded everywhere, causing Iruma to laugh at the bright colors floating in the air, trying to reach them with his delicate hands while the teachers surrounded both of them and cooed about the innocent child.
-Look how cute he is…..!
-Hi little guy, I am your fun uncle Dali!
-He’s so small!
-What’s his name?
-CAN YOU GIVE US SPACE?!- Kalego screamed irritated, head spinning at the ambush of questions, before Stolas Suzi shoved a gift bag to his hand before giving Iruma a small smiley stuffed-toy flower that the kid took gleefully-W-what is this?
-Oh! This is a little something we bought for you to congratulate you!-Dali said, blinking mischievously at his coworker and pupil- You know, since not all days one of us becomes father. This is a motive of celebration!
-You…-Kalego grunted through gritted teeth, because those two snitches, pain in the ass, where the ones who got the news spread before he could manage it himself. If they did that he didn’t want to imagine what was in the apparently "good-intention meant" decorated bag. It took a deep breath and a string of mental curses for him to have the courage to reach the inside and pull the gift out of the bag. A musical box! And not only that, but an exquisitely decorated one “ Wow…...This is not what I expected! It is actually a nice gift for Iruma"- I got to admit, this is an adequate gift. Thanks for the detail, it is appreciated.
-It’s nothing, but there is one for you too there!-Raim-sensei pointed excitedly as she watched completely charmed at Iruma blue eyes centered on the shiny box, toy clutched in his hand..
Placing the bag down, Kalego took the second gift from its envelope. A frown immediately decorating his face while he watched embarrassed at the coffee mug with the legend of “#1 Certified Devi-Daddy of a sweet bundle of joy” in bold shiny gold letters. It was downright humiliating to be given the light blue, oversized cup, he was a dignified demon, where was the respect for him!
-Since you’re a papa now, we thought of giving you a classical gift for a first-time parent!-Dali exclaime, swinging an arm around Kalego’s trembling shoulder, ignoring the murderous glare he received for the action- Congratulations on your promotions, the baby has a new uncle.
-Don’t you dare!-Kalego warned, glaring harder at his tutor-Don’t you dare get your sticky fingers in my Iruma’s life! You'll only be a bad influence!
-Iruma?! So that’s your name, champ!-Dali sang to the boy, crunching to eye level with the boy, eyes softening and gleaming with light mischief- Hello Iruma-kun! This is your uncle Dali, we’ll give your dad grey hairs together from now on!
-OVER MY DEAD BODY, YOU PIECE OF…
-Kalego-kun!- Opera scolded from the door, holding a warm formula bottle and a purple, fuzzy, blanket. Their frown adorning their face, with a hand on their hip and disapproving eyes that made Kalego flinch like a child who was scolded for misbehaving- Insulting in front of Iruma-sama! What a shame Kalego-kun, I thought you knew better or is it that you want the kid to learn a vulgar vocabulary.
-O-of course not! B-but… "Here is the day I die"
-No buts! I heard you clearly, how is it that you dared to curse in front of Iruma-sama. What would happen if he learns to say those words, uh? You should never let your anger take the worst of you when you’re the example of your son, and over such a simple thing! You better than anyone knows that we ought to keep the composure and ….- Opera argued without mercy to a defeated Kalego that remained in his spot with his head low, eyes fixed on his shoes as he petted Iruma’s head as a comforting gesture, more to himself than the kid whose gaze darted confused between his dad and Opera.
-S-Senpai I…
-I am not done!- Opera retorted firm and Kalego exhaled tiredly, hearing every complaint resigned to the lecture he gained while his co-workers, except one, wore knowing smirks directed to the family.
“Yeah, today is how I imagine. What a disaster!”
-......Anyway- Opera sighted-It is time for Iruma’s meal, also the Principal wants you in his office by twelve to go for lunch together, no excuses, either you go or he comes for you.
-Yes, senpai- Kalego muttered as he let himself be handled by the redhead that corrected his hold on the boy and placed the bottle in his hands, for then motioned the hand to the mouth of an eager Iruma who sucked happily at it- I’ll be more careful next time.
-You better- Opera warned, before softening their eyes and smiling lovely at the two, before disappearing as quickly as it appeared in the usual calm self expression they presented everyday, leaving Kalego stunned and flustered as he avoided eye contact at all cost until he heard the door close and the servant figure was nowhere to be seen.
-That was a close call Kalego-kun- Sicirue said, getting closer to the man with a cup of tea and piece of cake- You really made senpai angry, a bit more and I thought you'd be thrown through the window.
-Hello to you too Sicirue- Kalego express tiredly, rubbing his temple while Iruma giggled delighted at the sight of his gigantic uncle.
-Good to see you Kalego-kun, Iruma-kun!- Balam said happily, waving excitedly to the baby nested on his father's arms. It was still unbelievable how the boy was human, a real one! And one his friend was fathering! It was a truly incredible gift of destiny- How is Iruma-kun? Is he eating well? How about the pets I gave him?Do you need new scent maskers? I made some yesterday, they are stronger than the usual ones!
-Good! The kid's scent is so sweet that sometimes it leaks from the perfume I got for him and…. Those goddamned hellcats you got Iruma-kun found a like to climb my back all the time, they are annoying- Kalego mentioned as he sat at his desk while his comrades partied around the room. Sicirue placed a plate with cake for the man and both relaxed in the spot-. Iruma clapped his tiny hands at his dad asking the latter for attention. Taking him out of the slinger, Kalego placed Iruma on his lap, hand firm on his little back while with the other took the hand of the kid and moved it with the rhythm of a random song in the background- Anyway if we can get something better for Iruma's scent then it be welcome, don't you think Iruma-kun? Uncle Sicirue, helps us a lot more than Grandpa, he's sane unlike your idiotic grandfather by a long shot.
-Kalego-kun don't curse! Opera-senpai will hear you- Balam advised nervously, making the man stiff and looked around in panic, once it was clear the red head wasn't coming for them, they relaxed again- So, Am I an uncle?
-Agh?...... I-I thought it was only logical. Iruma-kun needs good role models in his l-life and we've known each other s-since childhood. But, it's your choice if you want to be or not- the man stuttered clumsily, waving his hand to dismiss his words while Balam watched them elated.
-Can I….?- Balam let the question linger in the air, to then tremble a bit when a sweet baby was placed on his arms, gurgling excitedly at the long blondish hair of his uncle. The poor big demon contained the need to pet the fragile boy, an instead he conformed himself by stroking softly a finger against Iruma's cheek, who did more baby talk before laughing adorably when he caught his uncle's finger with his hand and nibbled at it, while Balam looked over the human boy with overwhelmed affection - Uncle, you said? It does have a nice ring to it…….Thank you so much Kalego-kun! I promise I won't disappoint the both of you!
-I know you won't-Kalego whispered, smiling a little at the scene, maybe….maybe…. Today wouldn't be so bad.
-Heyooo! Where is my beautiful grandson?! Grandpa is here!!-Sullivan exclaimed as he entered, flowers shining around him, to the room with the purpose of spending time with his grandson and Kalego.
"Aaaaand, I talked too soon" Kalego thought as he breathed deeply, praying for patience. It wasn't even twelve o'clock, he hadn't reached his coffee break yet and here was Sullivan, ditching work ("Probably. No, I am sure he did that….Typical Sullivan"), and being his usual extravang self while going for the man and grandson "Great! It seems that I found our new family motto. Push Kalego everywhere we want to go, without any regard of whatever he's doing! You better don't pick up those bad habits Iruma-kun or so help me, I won't survive!"
Sullivan danced until he was in front of Balam, who passed the little boy to the delighted elder headmaster. Sullivan hugged the innocent kid closely, twirling around a couple of times with a booming laugh that was accompanied with Iruma's.
-Principal…-Kalego said, tense as a table. It wasn't that things between the two weren't better, there was a long way to go after all, but Sullivan was extremely insisting in showing affection to the man to the point of embarrassment and Kalego wouldn't let that happen. Not in front of everyone- What….are...you...doing...here?-The man breathed out with every ounce of self restrained to not volt out of the room.
-Kalego-kun!- Sullivan greeted happily, coming closer to the man and trapping him in a tight hug, before the other could do anything to escape- My office was so lonely! I thought it would be a good idea to check you two. Maybe get Iruma-kun something nice to eat or a gift. Ho, ho, ho! Even better, both!
-Iruma-kun is still a baby, he can't eat solid food- Kalego corrected the elder, checks burning and vein somersaulting in his forehead at the snickers and playful stares from behind them that were maximized when the man found himself with Iruma in arms in a second to the other being lifted by the armpits and held like a teddy bear as Sullivan excited the room- EEEEH?!.........PUT ME DOWN OLD GEEZER! I HAVE WORK TO DO! I AM NABERIUS KALEGO, YOU CANNOT TREAT ME LIKE THIS!!
-Oh,Kalego-kun! There's no need to be so exalted, your blood pressure will appreciate if you relaxed yourself more- Sullivan said, singing the last part of the sentence, earning him a glare from the latter, that from his point of view ended looking more like a pout than a bloody murder stare- Besides, I already have plans for us! Grandpa wants to spend more time with his grandson and son and take pictures to show to everyone! Oh! Doesn't it sound wonderful, Kalego-kun!
-More like you are searching for an excuse to gloat and parade Iruma-kun to whoever you can- Kalego mumbled, forcing his voice to sound as irritated as he could; and he partly succeed if he wouldn't have stop fighting at the mentioned of being the elder's son and how this wanted to gush about how lucky he was to have them. Opera smirk confirmed Kalego's suspicions. The man was happy to be held and in company of his family and there was nothing that could change Opera's opinion in that matter.
"Well, an hour or two free won't hurt anyone" Kalego concluded as he let himself be dragged alongside his baby boy.
Three years later…………
Kalego had been awake for a solid five minutes. What was he doing?
He was waiting, patiently and quietly for a little someone to come and "wake him up". Said someone was heard as tiny footsteps were heard outside the door room followed by bigger ones.
The man smiled knowing who was coming. The door opened and the small footsteps grew closer as a delicate hand tugged his sleeve before poking his arm with insistency, laughing when Kalego covered himself in a blanket until his face was hidden and then waited for the precious gem’s answer.
-Daddy!- Iruma whined playfully as his three year old body tried to climb to the bed, only able to do it when Opera lifted him and placed him on the bed- Twank you Opewa-san!
-You' re welcome Iruma-sama- Opera answered tenderly while watching the kid cradle clumsily to his father, eyes softening with emotion as Iruma took the covers away from his father's fake sleepy expression. Iruma always woke up earlier than Kalego and the boy insisted on helping the servant/adoptive parental figure with breakfast for his dad, something that Kalego let himself be spoiled since he started faking being asleep from the first moment Iruma surprised him by waking him up, it felt nice and he couldn't deny a thing to his baby, plus he enjoyed the extra attention.
-C'won Daddy! It's sunny alweady, you gotta wake up! Daddy, up! Up! Me and Opewa-san made you bwakefast!- the kid exclaimed as he bounced happily on the man's back, rolling with a thud when Kalego changed positions so he could face the boy, opening one eye to see the eager boy before closing it again- Daaaaadyyy!!! You awe awake! I saw your eye!
-Is that so- Kalego whispered while Iruma climbed on his chest, facing the angelic face of his son with one eye open- Guess I have to wake up then, no Pup?
-Yes, Daddy! Wake up, it's sunny! I wanna play!- Iruma exclaimed with enthusiasm, rosy cheeks and a big smile as he wiggled like a real puppy ready to play.
-Well, I can't say no to such an important demand, but aren't you forgetting something Iruma-kun?- Kalego teased with his eye brown arked perfectly with a grin attempting to break through his face when the kid blinked owlishly at him, tilting his head in confusion as to what his dad was saying. "My poor innocent pup, you are too naive for your own good. Either way that's why Dad is here to protect you"- Hmp, Iruma-kun forgot to give Dad a hug today, I guess, is only fair to give him a…………...PUNISHMENT!!!
Kalego without missing a beat, lunged forward and grabbed the boy before pulling the covers over them as he tickled Iruma, who squealed in delight all the way as laughter filled the room with life and joy, only letting the boy go when Opera reminded the time. Finally, sitting on the border of the bed he gave one more kiss to Iruma's temple before placing the boy to the ground and accepting the tea the red-head offered him, letting his fingers lingered on the contraries longer than necessary.
Getting ready to go to school as a family became a routine since he and Iruma moved with Sullivan. Being welcomed by almost everyone of Babyliss’s staff became a normal sight Kalego grew used to, same for the gushing and compliments Iruma got wherever he went. Of course that only grew the curiosity of students and teachers and of course Kalego should have prepared his son for certain questions, still nothing could have prepared him for what Iruma said, not even in a million years.
-Little pumpkin, don't you miss your mommy?- Suzy asked, eyes gleaming with expectancy at the answer to get a new piece of information as Raim sensei leaned over the desk to join the conversation.
-What's a mommy?- Iruma tilted his head like a confused puppy, while Kalego spilled the tea he was drinking, coughing and breathing harshly as he tried to recover his composure and answer the dangerous question, but just what kind of answer was that? Didn’t he teach his baby about vocabulary and the meaning of things well enough? He was a teacher for Delkira’s sake?!
-A mommy does the same as a daddy, she takes care of you and loves you very much. A mommy hugs you when you feel down, and makes you feel warm and safe, more less that's the best definition of a mommy, sweetie. Though there are families who only have daddies or mommies or just one parent and they love each other very much. Do you have a mommy Iruma-kun?-Raim sensei cooed at the boy, who seemed to be processing the information with a contemplative expression. Kalego held his breath, waiting anxiously for the answer of the boy, depending on what Iruma could say, he would be the responsible to explain to the boy why he didn't have one, between….other things.
-Iruma-sama, is lunch time- From the door Opera appeared holding a tray of snacks for the kid that they carefully prepared, blissfully unaware of the situation evolving in front of them. Iruma's gaze lightened up at them, understanding downing on the boy as he watched the cat-like demon placed the tray on Kalego's desk while the man seemed fixed on his chair, eyes glued on the innocent boy.
-Opewa-san is my mommy!- Iruma exclaimed happily as four stunned adults watched him.
-WHAT?!- Kalego screamed, face heating up as he watched his beloved baby boy with incredulity while Opera remained petrified on their spot with their head buried on their hand with their tail wiggling crazily in content.
-Yeah!- Iruma exclaimed with the enthusiasm of someone who discovered the meaning of life- Raim-sensei said a mommy care for you, lowes you and makes you fweel warm and safe. Opewa-san does all of it and mowe for me, so…..Opewa-san is mommy!
-Oh my!-Raim giggled as she watched for the first time a mortified Kalego, transform from auster demon to a blushing mess.
-What a twist!-Suzy squealed excitedly.
-I-Iruma-sama, I….
-P-Pup i-it isn't like…..
-Parents are usually married to, Little pumpkin- Suzy nonchalantly as Iruma gaped like a fish with stars in his eyes, clearly she was enjoying the situation a little bit too much- Married people love each other and their kids.
-Awe you mawied to Opewa-san, Daddy?!- Iruma squealed, cheeks blushing and eyes gleaming with wonder.
-NO! I am n-not…..m-married to s-senpai! And if it were like that Opera-senpai will be the one married to me not the other way around!- Kalego argued frustrated as the heat increased on his face, next to him a blushing Opera remained with their face hidden while tails and ears moved enthusiastically at the statements.
-B-but Opewa-san loves you!- Opera became ice on their spot at Iruma's confused whine, looking from a slit of their fingers the absolutely shocked expression of Kalego, eyes big as plates carving through their soul, mouth opening like a fish out of water as he tried to utter a word- and you love Opewa-san too, Daddy- "Bless this child" the red-head though as they felt their heart about to explode and a traitorous heat increased on their face- So you awe mawied!
-I think you broke them sweetheart-Raim laughed as the "couple" remained tensely next to the other in awkward silence
1 minute….2 minutes …..3 minutes….4 minutes….5 minutes
Both standing on their spots and gazing at each other with confusion about what to do, what to expect? At the end Opera ended the staring contest by taking Kalego’s hand with a lovely smile that made the man’s heart stop to then flip him over their head and propelled him to the ground in a fighting move and then retire from the room as nothing happened.
-Awe you okay Daddy?
-Wonderful- Kalego wheezed “What the hell is that supposed to mean now?”
Needless to say Iruma had a long talk about family members and their meaning after that, but nothing Kalego said would dissuade the boy from the idea he came up to, he had Kalego and Opera as parents, his grandpa and a whole lot of friends who were his family. Sullivan teared when he heard those words from the boy and proposed a small party for the achievement, one Kalego didn’t have the heart or the will to stop, even if he huffed and grunted annoyed all the time, just seeing the happy face of his son made it worth it, because for his kid he was ready to do everything, including opening his heart.
And well, if a certain red-head wanted to enter it along a crazed old man he wouldn’t do anything to stop them.