InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Cursed ❯ Damsel in Shining Armor ( Chapter 37 )

Chapter Thirty Seven - Damsel in Shining Armor

 

Tomo and Yuti sat transfixed by the two storytellers that now stood in front of them. The tale that had just been related to them was more than unbelievable, it was ludicrous. Tomo resisted saying so, his throat had matured nicely into a simple hand print pattern of bruises and he hadn't forgotten just why it still hurt like hell. Yuti on the other hand, not having just gone through the same experience, just couldn't help herself. It was too much. Her brother…a human? And just what was this Brota? There were too many questions to ask for her remain silent.

 

“That's insane.” All of the questions she wanted to ask would have to wait a second, she needed to try and wrap her mind around what she'd just been told. Takana shrugged at her response and made a `what else can I say' face. Sesshoumaru did nothing. It was the reaction he'd expected. Disbelief.

 

“How did it turn you human?” Tomo finally asked. It seemed like the first logical one to put to the duo.

 

“Of that, I'm uncertain.” The taiyoukai answered honestly. He usually didn't admit to ignorance but today he would make an exception.

 

“How long was he unconscious after you found him?” He posed to the human.

 

“Five days but it took a couple more before he could remember anything from the last time he awoke. I don't know if that can happen to a youkai but it isn't common in my kind. He was hurt pretty badly…everywhere.” Takana hoped she was being helpful though she wasn't sure what else they could tell them that could make any difference now. She still wasn't clear on just how this had come up. All she did know was that she'd been waiting less than patiently for Sesshoumaru to return to his quarters for the night when the absent youkai had finally showed up but with Tomo in tow. The general had only been gone for a short time when here he was again.

 

Her immediate concern over the physical aspects of her love life were thankfully pushed to the background when the two serious looking males, not much of a change for either of them, decided that it was time to tell the story of just how she and Sesshoumaru came to know one another. It seemed to her that all of the high points had been covered already but neither Tomo nor Yuti had budged. Takana looked over to Yuti once more to find the other female looking very pointedly back at her. She saw what looked like the dawn of understanding spread across her features. Then she asked a question that had not been covered.

 

“When did you find out that Sesshoumaru was not human, Takana?” Yuti knew there had been something missing from the tale and this was it. What they had told her so far didn't fully explain just why Takana had been so despondent when she first arrived at the fortress. She had a feeling that the answer to her question would explain it. She didn't miss the way Takana started fidgeting with her hands or the way that Sess stiffened at hearing the question and for a moment, neither moved to answer. Finally, the mother-to-be spoke but not in answer to the question, she spoke instead to the tall youkai next to her.

 

“Why don't you answer that one since you know the reason behind it a bit better than I do?” No one in the room missed the heated way in which she said it. Apparently some of her resentment had yet to fully extinguish itself.

 

Sesshoumaru cast his eyes to the little female. He repressed a sigh. This was really not the way he saw this day ending. Not bringing up this topic would have suited him just fine. Somehow he was going to get Yuti back for her scrutiny.

 

“The day I brought her to the shiro.” Tomo's eyes widened at the information, Yuti's, however, narrowed. Sesshoumaru had told them that he'd regained his memory several months before the year was up but had failed to mention when Takana had learned of his recollection.

 

Yuti stood. “She had no idea who or what you were until that day?”

 

Sess didn't answer. He saw no need as he'd just be repeating himself.

 

“Yuti…” Tomo warned as he stood with her and put his hand on her forearm, almost as though he were afraid she would physically attack her brother. He could plainly feel the anger pouring off her in waves and he knew Sesshoumaru could too.

 

Sesshoumaru found himself in a very uncomfortable situation in which he had no experience to draw upon to combat it. Yuti was pissed and by the light in her eyes, he could tell she was about to begin yelling. She was the only one brave enough or stupid enough to do such a thing and believe it was her right to do. He was prepared to just sit through it however, since the more important thing to him right now was not his pride. If he defended himself against her attack, he ran the risk of trivializing the trauma he had put Takana through. That he would not do. He had worked hard to get where he was with her today, harder than he had on nearly anything else he'd ever done in his life. Yuti's outburst would just be born with as much restraint as he could muster.

 

Takana didn't miss the sudden tension in the room either, human or not, she wasn't stupid. For a moment, she basked in it but the moment she took her eyes off Yuti and placed them on Sesshoumaru, she knew she was in the wrong. This was an old argument, one they had settled. It was unfair to leave him to the mercy of his sister, even if it did make her feel good to know that she wasn't the only one who thought what he had done was wrong. Yuti's indignation came too late to be anything more than a hindrance, so Takana decided to put an end to it.

 

“It is in the past. There's no reason to say anything else about it.” Takana said with more authority than she had said anything else in her life. “I'm sure if there is anything else, it can wait until later, right?” She asked, looking first to Tomo and then to Yuti where her gaze lingered, a silent plea to follow her lead hidden in the look.

 

It took a moment but Yuti finally relented. She realized after a moment, that Sess had probably already suffered enough for his choice. Takana was right in what she hadn't said; it wasn't her place to accuse him. She would just have to trust that Takana had taken care of that business herself.

 

“Yes,” the female youkai finally agreed, “I do believe you're right. It's late enough as it is.”

 

If anyone had been looking at Tomo, they would have seen the general practically crying in relief at the averted situation. It would have been the most uncomfortable experience of his life and he'd just about had his throat crushed an hour ago, so he knew discomfort. His respect for the human, for Takana, had just bloomed. He'd have to watch her more closely in the future and for more than just her protection. She seemed to have a good head on her shoulders.

 

“Good night, my lord.” Tomo bowed and turned to leave, pulling his hot headed mate along with him. She allowed it this time since she'd just about made a big mistake. Once they were outside, Tomo surprised the hell out of Yuti by uncharacteristically picking her up and throwing her over his shoulder. Yuti let out a little shout of surprise at the action, too stunned to fight it at first.

 

“And you're going to stay there too until we get back to our quarters. You have a promise to keep and I intend on fully seeing to it that you do.”

 

Yuti sighed. She supposed she deserved it, so she allowed herself to be carried but if anyone saw her like this, she was going to take her embarrassment out on him.

 

 

Takana watched the couple depart and sighed with relief. As nice as it was to have the whole story out in the open with at least a couple of people, she was also aware of just how taxing it had been. She began to turn to her companion as she spoke.

 

“So…” but that was a far as she got when she was interpreted by a stolen and passionate kiss. Even though it surprised her, she was quick to lose herself in it as well. She squeaked when he picked her up, one arm wrapped around her mid section while the other supported her posterior, firmly pressing her body to his even with her advancing state.

 

“What are you doing?” She panted out when he broke the kiss to nip at her neck. She didn't ask it in order to stop him, she just was surprised by it. She assumed they'd get around to discussing this type of activity after Yuti and Tomo left but she'd thought there'd be more words involved and less lip action.

 

“Attempting to express my gratitude.” He answered honestly in between nipping the right side of her neck and then the left. Takana moaned, too overwhelmed by all the sensations at the moment to fully comprehend what he meant by that. She didn't have to expend too much brain power in figuring it out since he decided to comment further. “It should be me doing the rescuing around here, not the other way around.” He panted as he brought his line of sight back up to hers.

 

Takana was at a loss of words at the moment so she instead gave him her biggest, brightest smile before taking the lead and quickly kissing him. When she broke away, she demurely kissed the side of his neck before whispering into his ear.

 

“Maybe you could continue expressing your gratitude in the other room.” She knew it was bold but at the moment, bold is just how she felt and she had to admit that it felt far better than the ridiculous anxiety she been feeling most of the day.

 

He leaned his head back to confirm by her expression that she meant what she'd said and that he hadn't begun hearing things. When he saw that the sincerity of her expression matched the sincerity of her tone, he gave her one of his rare tiny smiles and wasted no time in carrying her to their destination.

 

Ever since he realized just what a phenomenal creature she was, he had wanted her but right now, all past desires seemed to pale by comparison. He'd been waiting for this moment for what seemed like an eternity. He had never excelled at expressing his more intimate feelings with words and new he needed to and would express them with actions. He laid her down on the bed with just that intent and started to follow her down when she put a hand to his chest. A moment of doubt raced through him before she quelled it with her words.

 

“I can't lie on my back.” She whispered shyly, some of her early boldness wearing off a little.” She saw his brow furrow slightly in silent question. “It's my…my belly. It's too big for that.” She said as she looked away. She prayed he wouldn't find her unattractive.

 

Sesshoumaru was quick to correct the situation however even though he was unaware of just what the source of her growing anxiety was. He sure as hell wasn't going to let something like not being able to lay on her back stop him. He grasped her chin and brought her back to him. “I don't think that will be a problem.” She seemed to really like his smiles so he gave her another. The affect it had on her was incredible and whatever she was worried about seemed to disappear.

 

He capitalized on the opportunity that her improved countenance provided and pulled her back to her feet in order to deliver the most devastating kiss that he could muster while simultaneously beginning the task of relieving her of her clothing. He was pleased when her small hands began a similar mission with his clothing as well. It was nice to know that she desired to see what had been kept from them both through circumstance with as much fervor as he did.

 

Takana was so caught up in the moment that she completely forgot about her complex concerning the physical manifestations of her pregnancy until all of her upper garments had been removed. He kneeled down in front of her and the movement of his hands became more appraising in nature and less passionate. Any feelings of anxiety that began to manifest before she opened her eyes to look down at him immediately evaporated when she saw him. He looked almost awed as he sat there. Then he began placing quick butterfly kisses all over the roundness that had become her belly.

 

“Beautiful.” She heard him quietly say in between kisses and she couldn't help but giggle. She'd never seen him look quite so…cute. It was a word that normally wouldn't describe the taiyoukai but at the moment, there was none better.

 

The moment he heard her, he looked up at her and gave her his third smile of the day. It was easily a record for him. Usually, years passed between the expression and even then it was never given out of joy but cold malice. Takana decided that she could easily get used to seeing it on him.

 

Seeing her smile once more, he stood and passionately kissed her lips yet again, finding it difficult to stay away from them for too long. His hands, however, were ready for new territory as they deftly finished removing the remaining garments that covered everything below. He groaned when his fingers found her ready for him already. Her little moans were enough to make him salivate. Gods he wanted her! It had been too long since he'd known her embrace and he found it difficult to carry on much more of a seduction. With as much finesse as he could muster in his increasingly excited state, he carefully guided her to face away from him. He only lost contact with her lips for a split second before she craned her neck to recapture his. It seemed she understood his intent without explanation and that she was as eager to continue as he was. Once he had her back flush against his chest, one of his hands cupped a full breast while the other moved over the fullness of her stomach and down to the apex of her legs.

 

Takana moaned when she felt him move against her, all conscious thought gone. She wanted this, no needed this. Only when he finally penetrated her did they break the contact of their mouths. Takana hissed at the familiar but forgotten feeling of him and threw her head back against his shoulder. He didn't give her anytime to adjust before he set a steady rhythm inside her while his fingers continued their dance in time with his thrusts. If he kept that up, she wouldn't be able to contain herself. She was already close as it was; their time spent apart had overly sensitizing her body to his touches.

 

“Oh Sessh…I'm…ahhh” She moaned.

 

“Yesss.” He breathed in reply. It didn't matter if it didn't make sense. Neither really heard the actual words of the other but the intent was fully understood by both. They were beyond words, each lost in the sensations of the other. Moments later, or perhaps an eternity later, they both felt the impact of their release.

 

Sesshoumaru held up his trembling female, but only through sheer force of will. Slowly, he lowered them both down onto the bed, each on their sides. He cupped her body with his own and ensnared her in his arms. This is what he missed the most, to feel her heat. To know she was with him and that she wanted to be there. He'd thought at one point that he'd lost that forever but now…he never been more content with the state of things. Hell could overflow and he'd barely pay in any heed as long as she was here with him. She fell asleep in his arms and he new right then that this was heaven.

 

 

AN: There you go you lemon lovers! I finally got the two back on completely good terms. I know it took me forever but I'm content with the feel of the stories progress. A rare glimpse into the future…trouble ahead. I'm too mean a god to just let my creations stay all cuddly and happy. This is where I do some evil laughing and you all boo me. There…good. Well, happy reading!

 

Nikkie23534: Wow! What an uncharacteristically long review from you. I can tell that I must have really left you in suspense for this chapter so I hope it was all you hoped it would be. Geesh, I wonder why you're so excited about the baby…hmm, I wonder. :) As far as Inuyasha is concerned, I've mentioned him a couple of times and he may make an appearance but I can't promise anything. How and when is still up for debate but I would want it in tune with the story so far and just bringing him in with what I have planned and already written may not work out…we'll all just have to see…even me. Tell Takana that I love canny too! And give my best to Mikkie and her upcoming fun.

angelsfalltearfully: I hope you're all better, hospital stays are rarely fun. I hope this chapter took care of the Sess/Takana craving. And never worry about reviews, I love to hear from you but I'd never be upset you didn't.

SnowFlakeAlchemist: He is quite good at that. Ahh, Loki, my little youkai moron. Yeah, he's gonna make another appearance soon. That's exactly why I chose the name. I know it's not Japanese but I just couldn't help myself.

Lamb: *gets on knees* Am I forgiven now? Have I won back my readers? I do hope so, you guys make this just tons more fun than if it was just me all by my lonesome. Trust me, I really do appreaciate every last one of you, reviewers and readers alike. *crosses fingers* I hope I'm lucky!