My Shape-Shifting Lover

The room was quiet except for the soft sounds of their children breathing peacefully in their crib. Yumi gently ran his fingers through their tiny tufts of hair, his heart swelling with warmth. Shinji watched him from the side, his smirk never fading.

"They're finally asleep," Yumi whispered, turning to look at his husband.

Shinji leaned against the headboard, his arms crossed. "And that means…?"

Yumi rolled his eyes. "That means we should sleep too. We barely get enough rest as it is."

Shinji hummed in response but didn't move. Instead, he reached out and pulled Yumi closer by the waist. "Sleep, huh? I was thinking of something else."

Yumi's face warmed. "You're impossible," he murmured, though he didn't pull away.

Shinji chuckled, his lips grazing the side of Yumi's neck. "You love it."

Yumi shivered at the sensation. "S-Shinji…"

"You're always taking care of them," Shinji continued, pressing a slow kiss to Yumi's jaw. "It's my turn to take care of you."

Yumi's breath hitched as Shinji's lips trailed upward, capturing his in a slow, teasing kiss. It was gentle at first, but soon, Shinji deepened it, pulling him closer. Yumi melted into the warmth, his arms wrapping around Shinji's neck instinctively.

When they finally pulled apart, Shinji smirked down at him. "You taste sweet. Maybe it's from all the milk?"

Yumi's face turned crimson. "D-Don't say weird things like that!"

Shinji laughed, pressing another kiss to his forehead. "I can't help it. I see you feeding them, and I start wondering if your milk is sweet."

Yumi smacked his chest lightly. "You're so shameless."

Shinji only grinned. "You love that about me."

Yumi huffed, trying to look annoyed, but the fondness in his eyes gave him away. Shinji took advantage of his flustered state, gently pushing him onto the bed. Hovering above him, Shinji traced his fingers over Yumi's sides, making him shiver.

"You work so hard," Shinji murmured. "You deserve to be spoiled too."

Yumi bit his lip as Shinji's lips trailed down his neck again, pressing feather-light kisses along his skin. Every touch sent warmth coursing through him, making his heart pound.

"You're so unfair," Yumi muttered, his voice breathless.

Shinji smirked. "Unfair? You're the one who makes me crazy just by existing."

Yumi turned his face away, his blush deepening. "You say the most embarrassing things…"

Shinji took his chin gently, making him face him again. "I mean every word," he whispered before kissing him again, pouring all his love into it.

Shinji grinned, his fingers slowly trailing down Yumi's nightgown, playing with the first button. "For starters… I was thinking of a little taste."

Yumi's face heated up instantly. "W-What?"

Shinji chuckled at his reaction. "I mean, it's not fair that our babies get all the sweetness, right?" His fingers toyed with the fabric, unbuttoning the first clasp ever so slowly.

Yumi swallowed hard, watching Shinji's movements with a mix of anticipation and embarrassment. "You're teasing me again…"

Shinji leaned closer, his lips brushing against Yumi's jawline before traveling down to his neck. "Maybe," he whispered. "But you love it."

Yumi gasped softly as warm lips pressed against his skin, lingering just long enough to make his breath hitch. His hands instinctively found their way to Shinji's shoulders, gripping them gently.

"I should stop, then?" Shinji murmured against his skin, his fingers pausing on the next button.

Yumi hesitated, feeling the warmth spreading through him. His heart pounded. "…You never stop even when I tell you to," he muttered.

Shinji laughed, a deep and rich sound. "That's true." He popped open another button, revealing more of Yumi's soft skin. His lips followed the path downward, kissing along his collarbone.

Yumi trembled slightly, squeezing his eyes shut. "You're insufferable."

Shinji hummed. "And yet, you married me."

Yumi groaned but couldn't help the small smile tugging at his lips. "I must have been crazy."

Shinji smirked against his skin. "Crazy for me, obviously."

Yumi opened his mouth to argue, but the next thing he knew, Shinji's lips were on his once more, claiming them in a slow yet passionate kiss. His hands tightened around Shinji's shoulders as he melted into the warmth of his touch.

As the kiss deepened, Shinji slowly pushed Yumi back against the pillows, hovering over him. "Still tired?" he murmured, his breath fanning against Yumi's lips.

Yumi's face was bright red, his heart racing. "Sh-Shut up…"

Shinji chuckled, his hands sliding lower. "Not happening."

Shinji's fingers hovered over the third button of Yumi's nightgown, his smirk growing as he watched Yumi's face flush a deeper shade of red. He took his time, letting his fingertips brush against the fabric in a way that made Yumi shudder slightly beneath him.

"Ahh~" Yumi let out a breathy sound, barely audible, but Shinji caught it immediately. His smirk widened.

"You're making those cute sounds again," Shinji teased, pressing a slow kiss against Yumi's jaw. "You really do like being spoiled, don't you?"

Yumi pouted, his hands gripping Shinji's shoulders. "You're just teasing me again..."

Shinji chuckled, lowering his lips to Yumi's neck, placing a lingering kiss there. "Maybe… but can you blame me?" he murmured against his skin. "You make it too easy."

Yumi squirmed slightly, torn between the warmth of the moment and the embarrassment of Shinji's words. "Shut up..."

Shinji pulled back just enough to meet Yumi's gaze, his teasing expression softening ever so slightly. "You love it," he said simply, brushing Yumi's hair away from his face.

Yumi hesitated, then gave a tiny nod, his fingers curling against Shinji's chest. "Maybe..."

Shinji leaned in, capturing his lips in another slow, drawn-out kiss. His hand stayed at the third button but didn't go further—he was enjoying this too much. The anticipation, the quiet intimacy, the way Yumi responded to every little touch and whisper.

Yumi, feeling the deliberate pause, let out a frustrated whine. "Why are you stopping?"

Shinji pulled back just enough to flash him a grin. "Oh? Are you asking me to keep going?"

Yumi's blush deepened, and he bit his lip. "I... I didn't say that..."

Shinji chuckled, nuzzling against Yumi's cheek before whispering into his ear. "You don't have to say it... I can feel it."

Yumi let out another soft "Ahh~" as Shinji kissed his collarbone, his breath hitching slightly.

The teasing continued, gentle kisses and warm hands, until Yumi was resting against Shinji's chest, his heartbeat steady but fast. Shinji pulled the blankets over them, wrapping his arms securely around Yumi's waist.

"You're too much," Yumi murmured sleepily, his fingers tracing small circles on Shinji's arm.

Shinji smirked. "And yet, you're still here, in my arms, completely spoiled."

Yumi sighed, but there was no real frustration in his voice—just warmth. "I love you, you idiot..."

Shinji tightened his hold just a little. "I love you too, Yumi. Always."

"Shinji... you can open them," Yumi murmured shyly.

Shinji smirked at Yumi's flustered expression, his fingers pausing just above the next button on Yumi's nightgown. His teasing gaze met Yumi's, filled with playful mischief.

"You really want me to, huh?" Shinji murmured, brushing a knuckle lightly against Yumi's collarbone.

Yumi pouted, his cheeks heating up. "Oi… don't make me say it," he grumbled, shifting slightly under Shinji's weight.

Shinji chuckled, clearly enjoying the moment. "Say what, exactly? That you want me to continue? That you're getting impatient?" His fingers trailed over the fabric, making Yumi shudder.

Yumi let out a frustrated sigh, avoiding Shinji's eyes. "Just—just open them already!" he huffed.

Shinji leaned in, pressing a slow, lingering kiss against Yumi's jaw before finally sliding his fingers to the next button. "You're so cute when you're demanding," he teased, popping it open with deliberate slowness.

Yumi exhaled shakily, his hands gripping the sheets beside him. "Sh-Shinji…"

Another button undone. Then another.

Shinji's lips brushed over Yumi's cheek before trailing lower, just barely grazing his neck. "See? That wasn't so hard, was it?" he whispered against Yumi's skin.

Yumi swallowed, his pulse quickening. "You're so mean…" he muttered, though his body betrayed his words as he leaned into Shinji's touch.

Shinji chuckled again, enjoying every second of Yumi's reactions. "Mean? I'm just taking my time appreciating you," he said smoothly, his fingers finally reaching the last button.

Yumi's breath hitched as the fabric parted slightly. His eyes flickered up to Shinji's, searching.

Shinji tilted his head, his teasing smirk softening. "Happy now?" he murmured, pressing a warm kiss to Yumi's lips.

Yumi melted into it, his hands moving up to rest on Shinji's shoulders. "…Maybe," he admitted shyly, his voice barely above a whisper.

Shinji chuckled against his lips, pulling him closer. "Good. Because I'm not done teasing you yet."

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END OF CHAPTER : 12 : ONE BUTTON AT A TIME!

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