R. O. B. POV. (Short for Ronin O' Brian)

We were driving, rather I was, to the shopping center while listening to some jams. Specifically, some pretty old and not very kid friendly songs that they chose. I was suprised that they A) liked them, and B) knew about these artists. They played songs created by the bands Set It Off, Five Finger Death Punch, etc. I was fine with it but, still. It was odd that they preferred this type of music, but everyone has their cup of tea.

Me: By the way my name is Ronin, so just call me that. Do you guys have names?

It went quiet for a little before one them squeaked a response quietly.

Neko Child ???: No.

Odd but I would be changing that soon. So when we were at a red light I gave them my phone after searching up, "unique baby names."

Me: Go ahead and choose whatever name you want. Anything is better than just calling you, "child."

They gasped a little. However the shock was overcome by intriguement and interest. It was funny to listen to them whisper and giggle over something. I wondered what they were going to choose.

Multiple Heavy Metal Songs Later

ME: Alright we're here.

It took abnormally long to get here compared to usual but I was fine with that. I like driving and seeing how the scene changes.

Me: Guys?

Crickets in response. Looking through the rearview mirror I saw their little ear pokes over their heads but nothing more. I got out the car and opened the backseat door. If I had to put it into words, adorably heart melting, is the only way I can put it.

They were sat there, in each others arms, sleeping peacefully. Like the rest of the world was nothing. I took out my phone and quickly snapped a photo. Well, tried at least, forgetting that they had my phone. POLAROID IT IS! I took it out of the glove compartment and, successfully, captured the moment.

Neko Child 1: Hmm.

She raised her hand and, "clawed," the disturbance away.

I shook them a little: C'mon, it's time to wake up.

They seemed to take notice of my voice and sprang up. Nearly crashing into the other when bolting awake. I laughed at their little escapade.

Me: Cmon. Let's go you guys some new clothes.

They nodded in excitement and sprang out the car. Although, they forgot about the seat belts. They were caught and pulled back into a sitting position. I sighed but smirked as I unbuckled them.

Me: Y'all are really excited huh?

Their jumps and extremely fast nods were enough to answer my question. I was about to begin our trek to the mall entrance when I felt claws directed towards my hands. Looking down, I saw them trying to unwrap my balled fists.

Me:You could've just said.

I unwrapped my fists and held them out for the girls to take, and so they did. We finally began the trek through the dangerous gravel plains before I asked them.

Me: So, what names did you choose?

Neko child 1: I choose EMBER!

She screamed rather excitedly.

Neko child 2: I picked Luna.

Unlike her sister, her sentence was calm and rather quiet.

Me: Those are nice picks. They match you guys well.

I ruffled Ember's hair.

Me: Your my little flame.

I proceeded to do the same with Luna's.

Me: And your my little ray of moonshine.

They both looked up and smiled sweetly at me. The kind you see from a new born whilst it looks at its parents. When we finally got the entrance and stepped inside I heard them gasp.

Ember: This place is so big!

Me: Its supposed to be. It had a very large amount of stores. Now let's get going so we can beat the competition.

. . . In hindsight, I shouldn't have said that. They looked at each other and then bolted across the empty space that was in front of us. For being around 6 or under, they could run.

Me: Luna, Ember! Wait up!

I had to break into a sprint just to keep eyes on them.

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Me: Please dont do that again.

I managed to wheeze out. We had apparently ran around the mall 3 times over again. Surprisingly, mall security didnt stop us.

Both: Sorry.

They hung their heads in shame and their little ears flopped to the side. Now that would've been adorable if it werent for the fact that they tended as well. As. . . as if waiting for a strike on them.

Me: Just dont go running off again. I dont want to lose you guys.

They seemed shocked, as they tensed even more but after a few seconds raised their heads. They seemed to notice the worry in my eyes and calmed down.

Both: Ok.

I smiled. I reached out my hands again and they took it once more.

We walked around for some time stopping by shops for clothing although they didnt like any of it. That suprised me. They were nice looking designer clothes so they werent all too bad.

Ember: Something simple.

Me: You sure?

Luna: Yes.

I nodded and took them to where I got my casual clothing from. We walked inside and I heard my name from the register.

???: YO, Ronin!?

I turned towards the cashier and expected it to be Issac, the usual guy manning the counter, but it turned out to be someone completely different.

Me: Takeshi!?

Takeshi: Long time no see brother.

We man hugged and clapped each other on the back.

Me: You work here?

Takeshi: Nah man I own this chain.

Me: YO! So your idea did work?

Takeshi: Hell yeah brother. Much better than they said it would.

Me: So what are you doing as a cashier oh high and mighty CEO?

Takeshi: Oh cut the bullsh-

Me: Ay, ay, ay. We got kids here.

I pointed towards Ember and Luna. Takeshi acknowledged them and raised a brow at me.

Takeshi: When you talked about a cabin in the woods with a family, I didnt expect that to happen so quickly.

Me: Its not like that. I'll tell you the story later. Is the store empty by the way?

Takeshi: Barely opened so it should be.

Me: Alright good.

I turned towards the girls and crouched to their level.

Me: Go find anything you like and bring it back here. No limits, nothing holding you back. Get whatever you want.

They nodded and ran off into the store to find themselves clothes.

Takeshi: We got a lot to catch up on.

He pulled a stool out from the backroom and motioned for me to sit on it.

Me: Hell yeah we do.