Chapter 83 - Blindness

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Chapter 83: First Part

 

 

One quiet afternoon, Yuto gently peeked into the living room.

 

"…I thought I'd find you here."

 

Sunlight streamed through the wide windows, filling the spacious room with a soft golden glow. Toys were scattered everywhere—especially the rug in the center, framed by the large sofas, which was an utter mess.

 

An open sketchbook lay abandoned. Colorful crayons were strewn all around. A white teddy bear, a play kitchen set, blocks, toy cars, nesting dolls… all jumbled in cheerful chaos. With a sigh, Yuto took in the scene, then turned a long-suffering gaze toward the sofa.

 

Their grand, signature sofa—once a sleek, luxurious leather piece—was now buried beneath a massive, cozy cover. It had been one of Yuto's favorite items in the house. But ever since the number of children in the household had grown, Seta had quietly slipped a thick, fluffy cover over it.

 

The plush material had become a favorite among the kids. Just brushing a hand over it gave a sensation like stroking the silken fur of a well-groomed cat—soft, warm, and irresistibly soothing.

 

And on that sofa, Aoi was fast asleep.

 

Curled up on his chest was little Shion, who had just turned four. With the exact same peaceful expression as his father, he was snoring lightly, letting out soft, deflated puffs of air.

 

Nestled in Aoi's arms were the twins, Rei and Tasuku​—Ren and Mikado's children, born just last year. Winter babies, and nearly a year old now, the twins were in the thick of their wild, playful stage.

 

Ren and Mikado were both working today, and Yuto had classes at the university, which meant Aoi had taken on the task of watching the children alone. Of course, the mansion was well-staffed, but Aoi, who rarely got to spend much time with the kids, had declared, "Today, they're all mine," and volunteered eagerly.

 

Yuto was now twenty-two and attending university under a hidden identity. It might be a lofty dream, but he hoped that someday, he could support Aoi in his work. With that in mind, he had chosen to study economics and international trade.

 

Keeping up with the high-level courses was a constant struggle—but the act of learning itself was deeply rewarding. Each day, his understanding grew, and conversations between Aoi and Ren became increasingly comprehensible. That feeling of growth gave him motivation, and he poured himself into his studies with unwavering focus.

 

Moving soundlessly, Yuto approached the sofa.

 

—So that's what happened. They played him to exhaustion. Heh… too cute.

 

Surrounded by the warmth of three energetic children, Aoi had fallen into a deep sleep. He didn't even stir at Yuto's presence. His face, bathed in gentle sunlight and slack with sleep, looked so peaceful—though there was an unmistakable hint of weariness around his eyes.

 

Yuto couldn't help but stifle a laugh.

 

"Mmm…"

 

A pair of long platinum lashes fluttered slightly. Slowly, sleep-heavy lids lifted to reveal eyes the color of the deep blue sea.

 

That golden-tinged sapphire gaze, soft with sunlight, always stole Yuto's breath—no matter how many times he saw it.

 

"…Yuto. You're back…"

 

"I'm home. Looks like you had quite the time."

 

"Yeah… ngh… they're heavy… I can't move."

 

"Shion's on your belly. And the twins are on either side of you."

 

"Ah… right…"

 

Careful not to wake the boys, Aoi shifted his eyes to glance at the three children nestled against him. A fond smile curved his lips as he turned his gaze back up to Yuto.

 

"Rei and Tasuku have warmed up to me a lot lately. They used to cry so much at first."

 

"That's great. You've always had a… challenging track record with kids."

 

"…You didn't have to say it out loud."

 

"Just kidding. You did good."

 

Yuto leaned forward, bracing a hand on the back of the sofa, and pressed a gentle kiss to Aoi's forehead. His slightly grown-out platinum hair brushed Yuto's lips—light and ticklish.

 

"You're not going to give me one down here?" Aoi asked with a teasing glint in his eye.

 

"Huh?"

 

Aoi smirked playfully, a flicker of tongue peeking from between his lips. Yuto saw that expression almost every day, yet it never lost its power—the sculpted face, the sultry smile—it always left his heart skipping a beat.

 

"…Mmh."

 

Drawn like a magnet, Yuto leaned in and kissed him. Aoi responded with a soft bite to Yuto's lower lip, slow and indulgent. His lips, still damp from sleep, were warm and sweet—gently chasing away the chill from Yuto's own.

 

His kiss tasted like sweetness and comfort. Yuto could have stayed like that forever.

 

"...Mama… me too…"

 

"Eh?"

 

Yuto jumped slightly as he felt a tiny hand patting his chin. Shion had woken up, gazing up at him with a dazed expression.

 

His eyes, a shade lighter than Aoi's, gleamed like the open noon sky—clear, radiant sky-blue. They stared up at Yuto, wide and expectant.

 

Those eyes, faintly glowing with a golden shimmer, were a proud testament to the Kunishiro bloodline. Every time Yuto looked into them, his chest tightened with affection and a quiet pride.

 

"Shion, I'm home! Were you a good boy?"

 

"Hold me, hold mee..."

 

Yuto smooched one of Shion's plump white cheeks and nuzzled against it affectionately. Immediately, Shion seemed to remember just how much he'd missed Yuto and pushed off of Aoi's chest, reaching up insistently. Aoi let out a mournful sigh.

 

"...Wow. Cold little traitor."

 

Maybe it was because Aoi was always so busy, but Shion was still hopelessly attached to Yuto. If Yuto wasn't around, he'd cling to Aoi too, but...

 

As he grew, Shion's features were beginning to resemble Aoi more and more. Back when he was a baby, Yuto had often thought the boy looked like himself, but now—true to the Kunishiro bloodline—Shion's refined features were coming into their own. His sharp, expressive eyes were the very image of Aoi's.

 

At this point, Yuto couldn't help but wonder if any of his genes had made it through. The only similarity seemed to be the boy's soft chestnut-brown hair—which Yuto clung to as his one victory.

 

"Shion, did you play nicely with the twins? You're their big brother, you know."

 

"I did! I drew them lots of pictures and chased them on all fours!"

 

"That so? Good boy~! Did you have fun?"

 

"Yeah! But I'm tired."

 

"Haha, I bet you are~~"

 

Yuto chuckled, stroking the small head nestled in his arms. Just then, the twins began to stir, rubbing at their eyes.

 

The two were identical twins, alike down to the tiniest gestures—as if programmed to move in sync. Watching the beautiful pair, transitioning from infants to toddlers, roll around and play together was an unbearable kind of cuteness that made Yuto's heart melt on sight.

 

"Ah, looks like Rei and Tasuku are up too."

 

"Are they gonna cry? Oh no, they're gonna cry, aren't they?"

 

Aoi tensed up in alarm, but the twins only blinked up at him with sleepy eyes. Then, as if checking for each other's presence, they looked around, spotted their other half, and immediately relaxed, snuggling close again on Aoi's lap to begin playing.

 

Yuto and Aoi let out twin sighs of relief and exchanged a smile.

 

"Thank goodness... no crying."

 

"Yeah... They always cry at the same time, so this morning was a real battle. Shion's actually better at handling them than I am."

 

"Aha, well, he is their big brother. He plays with them all the time."

 

To the twins, Shion might as well have been an older sibling—he was practically their hero. From the moment they were born, Shion had been fascinated by them and eager to help however he could. If they cried, he'd rush to make them laugh, and he would always say things like, "I'll play with them, okay? You rest, Mr. Ren." Never forgetting to look out for a tired Ren, either.

 

For Yuto, seeing the once high-maintenance little Shion now earnestly trying to protect and care for someone else was nothing short of heartwarming.

 

Rei and Tasuku bore a strong resemblance to Ren.

 

Their soft, wispy golden hair shimmered like sunlight, and their eyes were the same pale jade green as his. Though not yet a full year old, their eyes already glowed with a luminous gold, framed by long, curling lashes. The effect was ethereal—like porcelain dolls crafted with exquisite care.

 

The only way to tell them apart was their hair texture. Rei's was straight and silky, while Tasuku's curled into playful spirals. Ren's own hair had a gentle wave, so Tasuku might take after him more.

 

Because of that, even Mikado—more than Yuto—often joked with exaggerated self-pity, "Where the hell did my genes go?" But despite the grumbling, his joy of now having three more people to love was unmistakable. Fueled by love, Mikado was more driven than ever, throwing himself into his work with renewed energy.

 

As for Ren—shortly after discovering he was carrying the twins, he came out to the world as an Omega.

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