InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ A Captain's Prize ❯ Escape ( Chapter 20 )

Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha or any other characters in the story.

 

 

Chapter 20

 

Bugle horns echoed in the distance. Inuyasha's ears perked up at the oncoming noise. “The only people with horns are the British. Damn! There on this Island, they must have heard the battle,” he thought, still holding Kagome in his arms, “We have to leave love, trouble is coming and I really do not feel like being hanged today,” he implied, while watching her expression change on her flattering facial features. She looked, confused, scared, and happy. So many emotions and each one never made her look more beautiful. He could watch her all day; however, they needed to retreat, quickly.

 

 

She gasped, as he hoisted her into his brawn arms; his hands caressed her legs as his arms wrapped around her shoulders. Tightening his grasp, he sprinted towards the old lady's house. He smiled as he passed Naraku's lifeless body. He remembered saying that he was going to rip that bastards throat out, and sure enough, he did. A grim smile appeared on his face, just at the mere thought. His muscular legs pushed on, it would not be much longer before the redcoats would arrive, only to discover a blood soaked beach.

 

“You know love, Koga is never going to let me live this down,” he mused.

 

“Then my love, it should be interesting, too see what happens on the ship. God I do hope you two don't kill each other, and I'm not able to see you, when I arrive in America,” she assumed mockingly, with a slight chuckle.

 

He wanted to look down on her mirth expression. Instead kept his eyes glued to his task ahead, careful not to trip over any unsuspecting rocks. “Ah my sweet, sweet vixen, know this, I will be in America in six months, to dance with you, touch you, kiss you, and watch your father fidget with anger. As for you my love, I'm going to hear you scream my name tonight, and so is the rest of the crew,” he expressed, as his tone of voice filled with a supercilious satire.

 

Kagome felt her face flush with embarrassment. “Oh he thinks so does he?” She thought briefly. She crossed her arms over her breasts, holding herself tighter. “ Are you going to shackle me again? She expressed humorously.

 

Losing concentration, he managed to stumble over his feet. He has never stumbled. A low growl rumbled through his chest. He just could not believe he did that and over some vision of his mate naked and tied, all for his sweet pickings. Oh, the torture he could bring her very body. A shiver of anticipation ran through his body, he could feel himself becoming aroused. “Damn!” He swore to himself. “What the hell is she doing to me? Here I'm trying to flee and she is talking about shackles.” He grumbled. Then he brought himself to answer her, trying to lose his erection. “Only if you decide to misbehave again.” He said sternly, however he had a mischievous look in his eyes. He was thankful that he could see Kaede's house. He did not know how much longer he could run in his uncomfortable situation.

 

 

Sango and Miroku were helping the villagers burry the dead. When Shippo yelled Inuyasha, everyone stopped. Koga had also greeted his men and congratulated them on a great victory; he too looked up only to see Inuyasha with Kagome in his arms, running towards them with alarming speed.

 

“Koga, man the ship we need to leave now!” Inuyasha screamed, knowing the other demons would be able to hear him from that distance.

 

 

Shippo's ears perked up, and relayed the message to Miroku and Sango; they dropped their shovels and scurried towards Koga's rowboat, hand in hand.

 

Koga yelled! “ Men, prepare to fire, on command… Ginta!”

 

Ginta sat up suddenly when hearing his Captain calling his name; he could see the other pirates scamper to their positions. He ran over to the side of the Schooner, looking over the rail, he could see his Captain and Captain Inuyasha's men franticly running to the small boat that was now embedded in the sandy beach. “Yes Captain, what are my orders?” He posed, while waiting for his command, knowing he was in a dire situation he remained calm.

 

“Ginta, throw me a rope, tie it to the wench, it has to be long and thick. Do it now!” He yelled, he could now hear the sounds of gunshots and screeching sounds of the vile metal horns, used for their charge. He growled. “ Damn Redcoats!” He was glad to see his other friends make it and jumped in the small boat. Looking over he noticed Inuyasha was nowhere too be found, “ Shippo, make sure that ignorant wolf gets the line, I'm going to find them, just tie it around the iron loops, then have them pull you in.” Koga demanded, while readying his gun.

 

 

Koga ran up the slope only to find Inuyasha and Kagome, talking to Kaede. “Hey mutt-face what the hell are you waiting for get your ass moving!” Koga yelled; he was happy that they were ok and the redcoats were a good distance away. “We don't have time for this shit Captain!” He yelled again, ignoring the evil glances from the other demon.

 

Another gunshot fired in the distance the men were coming out of the clearing; at least a hundred thundering hoofs carried the solders towards them. Inuyasha turned his head hearing the loud commotion that was now heading their way at an alarming pace. After quickly saying their goodbyes, he pushed Kaede in her house. “Stay put, until it is clear, until next time,” he whispered, quickly giving her a kiss on her cheek. Turning around quickly he lifted his mate and retreated towards the cockboat.

 

As the three ran towards the small boat, that which was now currently being towed in by Ginta, they had no choice but to swim. While Inuyasha ran, he halted and quickly placed her on his back. “Hold on tightly to my neck whatever happens do not let go,” he growled sternly.

 

Tightening her arms around his neck, whispering in his ear as his hair flew around her, “I do not plan on letting go anytime soon.”

 

He chuckled, securing his grip on her legs

 

The small boat finally made it to the mighty vessel, Ginta yelled down to Shippo, “Make sure these cables are good and tight, would not want any of you falling, now would we!” Ginta mused not being able to hold in a chuckle; his amusement soon dissipated when he saw both captains running down the wooden quay.

 

In unison the two captains dove into the water, Kagome hung on tightly while she plummeted head first into the ocean depths, she never once loosened her grip. When Inuyasha resurfaced, he was having trouble breathing, “Love, you're choking me,” he gasped out desperately trying to speak.

 

Hearing his pleas she released her strong hold on her mate, her heart raced with adrenalin of today's suspense however, it was far from being over. “Sorry love,” she purred in his ear, while freeing her hand removing, her now wet hair clinging to her face. She then placed both her hands on his shoulders gripping tightly to his shirt as he quickly swam towards the boat.

 

They had finally made it to the ship, suddenly a rope ladder, dangled over the edge of the rail. “Just grab the rope sir, we will pull you all up!” Ginta shouted downward to his captain.

 

Kagome had let go of Inuyasha when they reached the boat, unfortunately, her dress weighed her down, and she felt herself exhausting, just by wading in the water, so she reluctantly grabbed her mate again. Suddenly remembering her state of attire, she was flushed with embarrassment. She looked down, her conformation had been correct, a white wet slip, left nothing for the imagination, anyone who dare gaze on her could see all her attributes. “Inuyasha,” she said trembling with a mix of fear and the chills of the water were taking their toll on her.

 

Inuyasha looked over at his trembling mate, he could see her lips chattering, he knew he needed to hurry to get out of the water, “Hey Koga what in the hell is taking so long to pull us up!” He argued.

 

 

 

“Men what the fuck is going on up there I swear to you, if you do not get us the hell out of this water, I'm going to gut all of you!” Koga snarled, baring his fangs. He glanced over at his friends again. His mouth fell at the mere sight, his Kagome, was now showing off more than he ever hoped to see in his life, a goddess before him, a water sprite, tempting him with her sinful body. He licked his lips lustfully, wishing that it was his mouth, nibbling at her firm breasts, or tasting her sweet juices; he could only imagine, running his claws down her raven hair, listening to her calls of passion, his trance like state soon became interrupted.

 

Kagome noticed Koga distracted, only to gaze upon her unfortunate state of attire. “What the hell are you staring at?” She yelled removing her grip from Inuyasha trying to cover herself, trying to keep afloat.

 

“Kagome, are you ok what's wrong?” He asked, turning his head around only to find her covering herself; he growled deeply, “That damn wolf was staring at her.”

 

He quickly grabbed her by the arm with his free hand, while his other hand was still clinging to the rope. Pulling her towards his chest, he was able to cover her small frame, her arms flung around his neck while her legs wrapped around his waist, happy that his mate was out of the wolf's lustful glare. He turned his attention to the frightened wolf; narrowing his eyes with a promise of a slow death. “This isn't over wolf!” he menaced, with a threatening growl.

 

Koga needed to escape he knew what he did was wrong, though he could not help himself. The thoughts still plagued him; he knew his friend was going to rip him to shreds just by looking at her. However, who could blame him, a beautiful woman before him, and showing off more than she should. He was thankful for the water; Inuyasha would not be able to smell his interest.

 

“Ginta, when I get up there…” He never finished his sentence when the rope ascended to the ship swiftly.

 

Kagome held on to Inuyasha as if he was her lifeline she knew that there were a horde of seadogs aboard Koga's ship and probably just love to gaze upon her. She shook her head trying to find the best situation out of this, without drawing out too much attention to herself. She heard her mate asking her what was wrong, but she was just too humiliated to answer him, and that she really didn't want Koga to end up dead, however she couldn't have not said anything to Koga. “Damn wolf!” She thought while tightening her grip on Inuyasha's neck.

 

When they finally boarded the ship Koga however knew that his only lifeline was the woman who would not let go of her mate, and grateful for saving him some more time before he would meet his unfortunate fate. Giving her the respect, she needed, “Men, close your eyes,” he commanded. The crew obeyed the odd order, with the exception of Inuyasha's crew.

 

“Kagome, I'm sorry, please forgive me,” Koga sighed, he really felt guilty, watching Inuyasha's expression.

 

He was going to die.

 

“Come I will lead you to my quarters there are some clothes hanging in my closet, for you to wear,” he stated, turning to face his friends, “After you,” he chuckled and bowed anything to lose the tension between the two.

 

Inuyasha stormed past him, placing his mate down he reached to grab for the door, instead he punched Koga straight in the jaw. Koga fell backwards not expecting the painful punch; it knocked him flat on his ass. He chuckled while rubbing his hand over his jaw.

 

“Guess I deserved that Inuyasha, sorry however, I could not help myself.”

 

“Next time wont be so lucky wolf, I will not be so forgiving, and you would be wise to heed this warning.” Inuyasha snarled, baring his fangs. He wanted to rip that smile off his friends face, however he felt strongly about his actions.

 

Showing Koga his stoic side, he turned and closed the door behind him only to see a very wet Kagome. Now he could really see what the wolf was drooling over, “Hell if I were Koga I probably would have done the same thing too, who could help it really.” He pondered, while undressing his mate with his intense golden stare.

 

With the swiftness of his claws, he carefully slashed the already damaged dress. The dress now rested on the floor leaving a small puddle, Inuyasha also removed his shirt and pants. Both staring at each other with lust filled in their very hues. He approached her with full speed pinning his lips to hers, she complied and kissed him with her own passionate fury. A knock at the door disrupted the lovers.

 

“Captain Inuyasha we are under attack, Captain Koga sent me for you,” the young wolf said, while trembling with fear. He heard rumors of the deadly pirate that lay behind the door and feared for his life.

 

“What's the matter that damn wolf can't hold his own vessel?” He snapped, while contemplating on whether or not to help due to his recent events, “Fine! You tell that smelly wolf that this better be damn good, I will be up shortly, that's if he can hold off the assault.”

 

“Yes captain, thank you I will relay your message,” the young wolf stuttered, while walking away he could hear a roar of laughter, coming from the ruthless passenger.

 

 

“Damn!” He thought franticly going through Koga's clothes, he needed something dry on fending off a vessel with wet pants was not an enjoyable task. He found two black pair of pants he threw one to Kagome, and told her to get dressed. Next, he pulled out a white long sleeve ruffled down shirt. Luckily Koga had a similar shirt, however, it was black. “Perfect,” he smiled, while also tossing the black garment to his mate.

 

Grateful Koga had taste in fine attire; the knee-high leather boots fit him comfortably. Looking over at his dressing mate, he noticed her long hair falling in her face. “ Well if she is going to be traveling with me, I already know she can handle a sword, but can she fight, she could if her beautiful hair was out of her face. Oh god how I would love to run my fingers through her hair,” he reflected, however, it was cut short when a loud bang echoed off in the distance.

 

“Shit!” He growled, folding his ears over on top of his head to try to drown out the sound of the large explosion.

 

 

 

Kagome dressed quickly, she was having a problem keeping her pants on, and she looked at her mate helplessly when he found a silver buckle. Tying it around her waist, she also attached a sash for her sword, while she watched Inuyasha grab his. “Good thing Koga left these here for us, she said smiling holding our her long double edged sword; she quickly sheathed it. With the final ribbon to pull her offending hair out of her face she was ready to stand by and protect her love, never would she fall into the hands of Naraku again, nor would he even let her out of his sight, she smiled again, feeling totally protected.

 

 

Koga's men fired at the enemy on the beach, however there was a new threat. Not only the army but also now they were facing the royal navy and their ship the great Man-Of-War. The large vessel moved upon them with alarming speed. Koga gulped not only was their ship faster, it also carried more artillery, there would be no way to outrun them, or out gun them, “Damn Redcoats!” He snarled, with anger and concern in his voice. “Men man the sails get us the hell out of here, or we are all going to be hanged!” He commanded, hoping that the winds would be in his favor, knowing that if he could just have a head start, maybe they would come out of this scenario alive.

 

“Men raise the Jolly Roger,” he ordered joyously, as he watched his beloved black pirate flag hoisted returning up to its rightful place on top of the main topgallant yard.

 

Inuyasha and Kagome walked out, only to see his men scurry around tugging on the cables lifting the widened white sails, then latching them securely in place. The wind picked up as they glided over the smooth ocean water. An all to familiar process with him, he sighed thinking about his own ship.

 

Approaching Koga he could feel the uneasiness of his friends distress, “What's wrong?

 

“My friend, the British Navy, is up are ass that's what wrong! Look for yourself!” He pointed, handing his friend the long narrow telescope, “That ship has a damn trysail, do you notice we only have two masts…However, they only can shoot short range, although if one hit were to bestow us, we are swimming, my friend. Any suggestions would be rather appreciated.”

 

Inuyasha looked in the telescope, “We have a good start my friend, I do not know what's the worry, were both good captains here, and been in far tighter crunches than this,” he amused, “My suggestion would be to sail around the island find a secluded cove and fire on their asses.”

 

Koga looked at his friend, placing his hand upon his shoulder, “ My friend I think you have totally lost your mind,” he chuckled, “ Why don't we just set up a picnic, waving a white flag, while are pinkies are pointed up, sipping our tea.

 

Inuyasha could not contain his laughter, “Yes that does sound good, or we can out man them, their vessel is intimidating I do have to admit, however, we have an advantage.”

 

“Oh what would that be?”

 

“Please, do not tell me you do not know, come on… Or did I knock you in the head to hard.”

 

Koga scratched his head, then it came to him, smacking himself in the forehead, he could not believe his denseness, “Maneuverability!”

 

“Well its about time,” he laugh to himself, “ I was begging to lose hope in you.”

 

“I don't like that look Inuyasha, what is going on upstairs in that thick head of yours.”

 

“Simple, we just need to turn a-sail and head at them straight on.”

 

Koga sighed, thinking about his ship and how he knew for sure he was definitely going to die, “ You are definitely going to get us killed, are you that eager to meet Davy Jones himself?”

 

“No!” He snorted, bunking Koga on the head, “ Did you not inform me that their range was short, we come at them directly, then last minute, we change course, making sure we are far enough that their artillery will not penetrate ours, however, yours can,” he smirked, watching his illustrated comrade.

 

 

Koga smiled, “ Yes my friend this will indeed work.”

 

Inuyasha watched as Koga left to the armory, turning his attention he could see his mate deep in thought. Her tied hair loosened through the strong winds that now cascaded around her. Shifting her legs, she accentuated her backside, while leaning over the secured wooden rail. He smiled approaching quietly behind her.

 

 

Kagome watched her mate intensely, she shivered watching him, at work, was this the life she wanted to live, she smiled returning her gaze at the bow, watching the waves crash, into their vessel. Losing herself, with the calming of the waves and the smell of the salty air, she sighed, not aware of the pending danger, behind her or of that of the British vessel.

 

“You know love I would hate to see you fall in, only for me to jump in after you.”

 

 

She jumped up, and quickly turned around, smiling, she approached her handsome mate and embraced him. “ You would not be so lucky,” she snickered.

 

He looked at her with a mischievous glare, “ I think my love we need to test those shackles again.”

 

She laughed, “Oh, how about we fight for it?”

 

“Fight! You don't fight fair though,” he pouted, “ What does the winner receive?”

 

Drawing her sword, she looked at him seductively, “Well, if I win, I get to restrain you, and if you win, apparently… you know,” she stated shyly hoping that he implied her meaning.

 

Drawing his own sword he pondered, “Her or myself… tough decision, I think she will be wearing the manacles tonight,” he smiled at her parting a fang and again he bowed, “My lady.”

 

Clashing metal on metal rang throughout Koga's ship, although tempted, the other pirates kept to their chores.

 

Inuyasha came at her again; she blocked the sword easily, “Me not fighting fair,” she chuckled, “your not trying hard enough,” she persuaded, lunging at him again.

 

He would have to admit, he loved to fence with her, and he would make it a habit. “Whatever do you mean my love?” He inquired, blocking another attack.

 

While they each danced around each other, one ready to pounce on the other, their swords made the chiming sound of the orchestra, lost in each others eyes, yet each determined to out sword their opponent.

 

Perspiration glistened on her brow, she was tiring, however, maintained herself; he however, was ready for the kill, and to have her squirm under him was his motivation. A similar move, he once again came swirling his sword, under her very grasp.

 

She gasped suddenly feeling her sword leave her hands, she had lost again, a panic spread through her very body, she new the tortures that would await her body, a burning sensation filled her very soul, anticipating the soon to be rapture. Bowing her head in defeat, she glanced into his intense lustful stare. “Inuyasha…” She whispered, as she saw him approaching her.

 

Once again, she was in his grasp, lips crashed like waves hitting the very boat they were on, unaware of the current crew, they were lost in each other's very desire.