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A small family was unwinding by a vast deep blue lake shrouded by miles of wilderness. The family consisted of a mother and father with their two gorgeous daughters. The young daughters, who couldn't have been older then nine and seven, were engaged in flying kites.
The mom quietly read a romance novel underneath an enormous tree while her husband kept watch over everyone. They'd look like an average family on a weekend holiday if it weren't for the fact the husband had gold eyes, long white hair, and a pair of dog ears on his head.
Usually, Inuyasha kept the enchanted necklace his father bestowed his mother upon his birth around his neck. As long as he wore it, the half-demon appeared to be an ordinary human. However, there wasn't anyone else around for miles. Therefore, he felt safe taking it off for the time being.
It was strange how a half-demon prince delivered in the feudal era had grown up in the 21st century, but he had. Thanks to the countless mystical properties of his necklace. Inuyasha remained highly thankful. His father, Toga, had everyone who'd been part of his life in the past reborn in the present, including himself. So his parents were able to have a happy marriage, and he'd know his father.
He and his older brother Sesshomaru were still far from best friends, yet they had learned to get along. Even if they still fought. However, that was neither here nor there at the moment. Inuyasha wanted to take advantage of the secluded lake house and enjoy time with his family.
So he watched as his eldest Moroha patiently taught her younger sister Kikyo or Kiki, as everyone called her, how to fly a kite properly. Then, finally, his wife Kagome looked up from her novel. "How are they doing?" she calmly asked.
Her husband smiled and replied happily. "They're doing quite well. Despite our firstborn daughter being a hothead, she is always patient regarding her little sister. It's strange how unlike they are yet the best of friends."
"I'd have to agree. Moroha takes after you without a doubt, Inuyasha. Hardheaded, reckless, and lacking tact at times," Kagome began to rattle off what traits their daughter inherited from her father.
"Hey!"
Kagome smiled before finishing. "Yet, she also has your courage and mental strength. She's as tough as they come."
Inuyasha looked mad for a second, then laughed. "You've got that right, Kagome. However, we can agree that Kiki is most like my mother. She's thoughtful as she is attractive. She's gentle, soft-spoken, and a proper lady."
"Well, she also has your strength of heart. But both our daughters are compassionate, devoted, and would never leave anyone behind," as the couple kissed.
The half-demon prince smiled. "I wonder what life would've been like if they'd grown up in my birth era," he remarked wistfully.
"Let's not think of that. We must live in the moment and not dwell on the past," Kagome looked at the sun. "It's lunchtime, so could you collect our daughters so we can eat?"
"Sure thing!" as he leaped extraordinarily high in the air before pouncing on both his children. They wrestled for a few minutes before getting into a tickle fight. Finally, Inuyasha secured both of them on his back. When they got back to the lake house, Kagome had a platter of sandwiches and fresh tea made for them. The girls munched loudly as they ate the delicious sandwiches.
"So you girls ready for this afternoon hike? Or when we watch the stars come out tonight?" their mother asked, and they both nodded happily. Each of their adorable daughters had a mile-wide smile and happiness shimming in their captivating dark brown eyes.
"We don't have much time before we've to return to Tokyo. So let's make the most of our time here. I'll show you, girls, how to properly use your noses. Along with a few other half-demon tricks," their father told them as he shoved a massive sandwich into his mouth. This made his wife glare at him, so he ate slower for the rest of lunch.
The girls giggled at their daddy's suggestion. Since they occasionally forgot their daddy was half-demon, making them both quarterlings. Still, they loved their parents so much. After lunch, they took a long hike, just taking in the scenery. Their little girls enjoyed making wishes during a shower of falling stars. Plus, listening to their father's tales regarding their grandfather's multiple adventures as the Lord of the West!
After they put the girls to bed that night, Inuyasha and Kagome stayed up to gaze at the full moon. "I love you so much, Inuyasha," she whispered as he pulled the thick blanket around them tighter.
"I love you too, Kagome. You and our family. I've everything that makes life worth wild, and I'd not trade it for anything. Even if occasionally I wish I didn't have to wear my necklace."
"Just because you look human when you wear it doesn't change who you are on the inside. Human or half-demon, you are loyal, courageous, strong, and would do anything to protect those you love.
It's who you are inside that matters the most. Not what's on the outside. So I'll always love you for your pure heart and beautiful soul, and so will our friends. Now we should get some sleep. We only have one more day here before we have to head back home. And I want to take full advantage of our last day alone."
"Okay, Kagome," they kissed before going back to bed. Without a doubt, Inuyasha was one of the luckiest men alive!