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"Now breath, slowly..." Mew said in Gulfs ear. Gulf took a ragged breath and listened to Mew's soothing words. Mew was standing behind Gulf as he aimed the gun. His fingers glided over Gulfs and he helped him steady his aim. "okay, now... shoot."

With those words, Gulf held his breath and let his finger pull the trigger. A shock went through him and a loud bang could be heard. He watched as the dummy bounced and the bullet pierced its stomach.

"Not bad!" Mew said proudly and he let Gulf pull the gun down. He squeezed Gulfs biceps and kissed his scent gland softly. Gulf chuckled as his nerves finally left his body. The adrenaline kick was still high in his blood and he trembled from the impact of the gun. Mew engulfed him in his arms and swayed them as they looked at the hole in the dummies stomach. It wasn't just right yet but Gulf was proud of his accomplishment. He had nagged Mew to teach him how to shoot for the whole vacation. Don't get him wrong, they had an amazing time together. The had spent their time exploring the island and had enjoyed numerous foods. He had wanted him to teach him how to use a gun on the spot but Mew had chuckled and told him that that would be a little dangerous. Of course, Gulf understood that but he had sulked for a few hours until Mew had helped him get his mind off of it and he remembered all to good how he had rocked his world for the umpteenth time that day! He would still blush thinking of it. Now Mew had finally given in to teach him. 2 weeks after they had come back from their holiday together. It really had strengthened their bond even more both mentally and psychically, if you know what I mean...

They were at Mew's mansion at the moment in Gulfs hometown. They weren't here only for Mew to teach him how to shoot. In a few hours, he would take Mew to his parents' house. He thought it would now be time to introduce them to the man. He hadn't told Mew yet about that his dad was probably going to kill him, he didn't want to put even more pressure on him. Gulf thought that Mew was already nervous enough meeting his parents, he would have guessed himself too that he wouldn't be greeted with a warm welcome after all he had put Gulf trough. He had asked him on the last day of their holiday together if Mew wanted to meet his parents and he had been quiet for a while before he gulped and had said yes. Gulf would still chuckle remembering it. The big bad (ex) mafia boss, scared of his future in-laws. He hadn't talked about it much over the last weeks but he knew Mew was getting tenser as the day neared. And now it was finally time. Mew had thought him how to shoot the past 2 days that they had stayed here in Mew's house. Gulf remembered the place all too well and it sometimes pained him still what he had done to Mew that time. But he also knew it was alright now. He had contacted his parents yesterday with the news that he was going to come and visit them and introduce Mew. They were delighted but his dad had only grunted in the background. They had been really worried about him after he had left to go back to his apartment and they hand been able to get in contact with him. He had totally forgotten his phone when they were together on the Maldives, it had all just felt like a dream being there with only Mew and their little bean.

But now he had all the time to catch up with them. He was going to stay here with Mew for now. Mew had asked him to move in with him, he didn't want to be separated from him anymore and although Gulf thought it was way too soon, he also didn't want to leave Mew alone again. He needed his presence around every day and he couldn't handle having to miss him for days on end. He had agreed and over the past days, he had moved his stuff here. He was also going to tell that today to his family so it was a huge announcement altogether. His mom had of course wanted him to move back home so he hoped they would let him stay with Mew. With the father of his child. Mew had really taken excellent care of him the last time they were together. He walked on roses with Mew next to him, every beg or call, Mew would be there fulfilling his every wish. He sometimes took advantage of it and enjoyed how Mew would just do anything for him.

"ulf---Gulf" Mew called him and Gulf shook out of his daydreams. "want to go for another round?" Mew asked and Gulf blushed.

"I-I'm still sore from this morning..." Gulf stuttered out. Mew looked at him confusedly before he laughed. '" I don't mean that. Another round of shooting."

"oh, yes, alright..." Gulf mumbled and blushed furiously. He and his dirty mind. Of course Mew meant shooting! He really needed to get his act together! Mew laughed as he took the gun and put in new bullets. Gulf watched him as he bit his lip. He could look at Mew all day and not get tired, he looked even hot putting bullets in a gun! Mew looked up and winked at him. Gulf quickly looked away and flushed even more.

"come on, lets teach you some other techniques." Mew chuckled and caressed his even bigger belly now. Gulf leaned into him and Mew handed him the gun back. Mew had gifted him this one, he even had let Gulfs name engraved into it. He had never thought he would be happy having a gun. It was sleek black with little golden details.

"I hope you never have to use it in real life." Mew said in a soft voice as he helped Gulf with his stance. This time he pulled away and watched from a little distance. Gulf concentrated and aimed. He breathed in and out before he pulled the trigger. His eyes closed before he opened them again from the bang. The dummy moved a bit and the bullet was lodged deep into its chest.

"I did it!" Gulf yelled excitedly. He composed himself again and cleared his throat. "I did it."

Mew walked over to him and pulled him into a hug, as much as Gulfs belly would let him and laughed.

"you don't have to hide your excitement; you did amazing baby." Mew grinned and took Gulfs face in his hand and kissed his lips softly. Gulf kissed him back before he pulled back again and looked at his watch.

"We have to leave soon. I had said we would be there at 4." Gulf said and looked up at Mew who's smile faltered. He became quite and pushed his head in Gulfs neck.

"I'll be all right. Right?" he asked worriedly and Gulf comforted him. He grinned at the big man in his arms. He was such a baby sometimes.

Of course. I'll be there to protect you this time."

They cleaned up and washed the dirt from their hands before Mew helped him into the sleek SUV and buckled him up.

"let's go then!" Mew said with a deep sigh. He started the engine and pulled out of the garage. Gulf watched as Mew's hands tightened on the steering wheel the closer they got to Gulfs house. He put his hand on his thigh and squeezed to reassure him everything would be all right.

They parked before the house and they sat there for a few seconds before Mew stepped out and helped Gulf out of the car. His belly was making it harder for him to move around freely. He smiled at Mew and held his hand as they walked to the front door. The door was swung open by his sister already before he could even ring the doorbell. She bounced up and down and hugged Gulf tightly.

"you're finally back!" she said excitedly before she started the coo at Gulfs bump.

"hey there little man..." she put both hands around the round belly.

"hey, we don't know the gender yet." Gulf laughed and looked over at a nervous Mew next to him. Gulf squeezed his hand and walked further into the house as his sister led them to the living room. His mother was just putting down her self-made cookies and ushered Gulf inside. She hugged him tightly and greeted Mew. The room suddenly turned tense when Gulfs dad walked inside. His lips tight as he nodded at them and sat down. He kept looking over at Mew as they all sat down and sipped on their coffee his mom had just brought in. The silence was a bit awkward and gulf palms started to get sweaty. He had Mew's hand in his own and he felt how nervous was.

"uhm.." Gulf cleared his throat and smiled. "this is Mew, uh... he's my boyfriend and mate." Gulf murmured and looked over at his dad. His eyes widened and Gulf sputtered. "not like real mates! We- Uh... didn't mark each other, yet."

Gulfs sisters snickered in the background and Gulf shot here a dead glare.

"Hello, nice to finally meet you all." Mew said and smiled, his lips trembling a bit as he did. Gulf smiled as he looked over at Mew and he felt proud to be able to finally introduce him to his family. His only problem now was his father. He looked up again at his mom who was smiling and chatting away with Mew, asking about his job and where he lived. That was another thing they had to discuss... he looked over at his dad and his smile faltered just as his dad's face was emotionless.

"Can I have a word with this Mr. Mew? Alone?" Gulfs father said suddenly and everyone stopped talking. Gulf looked over at Mew.

"can I stay?" he asked but his dad shook his head. His mom stood up with his sister and took Gulfs hand and pulled him out of the room. He looked one last time at Mew with pity in his eyes before the door closed and Mew was left alone with his dad.

Mew sat silently on the couch as Gulfs dad observed him.

"so, it was you." He suddenly said and Mew looked up at him. He gulped and tapped his leg on the ground.

"uhm. Yes, and I want to say sorry for making you worry. I promise I will never ever leave him alone like that again." Mew said honesty.

Gulfs dad smiled.

"I'm sure of that, I see the wat Gulf looks at you. He really does love you." he murmured and stood up. Mew smiled, he would catch Gulf looking at him more often than not and to even have his dad notice it made his heart flutter.

"I love him too, and I will make sure to cherish him for the rest of my life."

Gulfs dad walked over to Mew and he quickly stood up also. The man clasped his shoulder in a tight grip. Mew winced. He really did deserve this. He smiled through the pain.

"I hope you will, or else..." Gulfs dad looked at him with stern eyes and squeezed one more time before a smile pulled on his face. He pulled his hand back and held it out for Mew to shake.

"Welcome to the family." he said as Mew shook his hand. He sighed in relief as his nerves left his body. He had really thought the man was going to kill him. He, the tough mafia boss... scared of his father in law, who would have thought. They walked out and pulled the door open to see the Gulf and the others standing there with held in breath.

"you won't kill him, right?" Gulf said softly, asking his dad. He looked at him with sorrow in his eyes and his dad smiled. "everything's alright. We had a good talk." He said and slapped Mew on the back, who coughed at the impact. Gulf smiled brightly and walked over to his dad and hugged him.

"thank you. Oh, and one more thing. I'll be moving in with him in his house 15 minutes away from here." Gulf said the last words under his breath hoping he wouldn't hear but by the way he held his breath, his dad had centennially heard.

"you... when did you grow up so fast..." He said and pulled back to look at Gulf.

"Mew made me realize what I needed..." Gulf said softly and smiled at his dad.

"Okay, but! You have to visit at least 3 times a week." his dad sighed as he said that and looked at Mew.

"and you, take good care of my boy." Gulfs das said to Mew but he had a glint in his eyes and he smiled at him.

Everyone awed and his sister slapped Mew's back.

"yes! Or I will chase you with a gun!" she threatened him but smiled right after. The tension eased as they walked back into the living room and chatted away. Gulf devoured half of the plate with cookies and asked his mom to make more so he could take them with him. Mew smiled as he held Gulf close by his hip, occasionally caressing his growing belly. His mom would coo at him and when they finally left after dinner, she gave Mew a big box full of baby clothes that Gulf and his sister had worn when they were a baby. Mew mumbled to Gulf that he would have bought new baby clothes himself, but Gulf just laughed at him and accepted the box from his mom. Mew was putting the box in the trunk and Gulf hugged his family goodbye. Gulf was happy to be back in his hometown. Now he had his mom to talk to when he had any questions about his pregnancy and he felt much more at ease with his family close. He loved Mew and he wanted to keep him close but he wouldn't be able to talk to him about these kinds of things. He was new to this too. He waved a final goodbye as he walked to the car and Mew. Mew was leaning against the car and smiled as Gulf walked to him. He opened his arms and Gulf leaped into them and Mew kissed his cheek before he helped him into the car. The trip home was silent but pleasant. It all seemed to just work out. Gulf sighed as he looked at Mew with a smile. He was more relaxed now and Gulf just felt his heart swell with love. "I love you..." he whispered without thinking about it and Mew looked at him with a smile. He left the wheel with one hand and intertwined it with Gulfs hand. He brought it up to his lips and kissed it softly.

"I love you too." Mew whispered back. The drive back was short and when Gulf walked back into the hall he was pulled back against Mew's chest.

"I was so nervous... I need to relieve some stress right now." Mew whispered in Gulfs ear with a grin. Gulf shivered from Mew's hot breath on his ear. He groaned knowing full well what Mew meant by that. But he felt his blood rush south as Mew's hands caressed his naked skin under his skin and traveled up his chest to tweak his swollen nipples. He moaned as Mew kissed and sucked his neck and shoulder.

"hmm... what are we going to do about that." Gulf teased and looked back at Mew with a grin.

"heh. I know just the way." Mew said and with a yelp from Gulf, he picked him up bridal style and ran up the stairs with a giggling Gulf in his arms.