InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Guardians ❯ chapter 19 ( Chapter 19 )

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Chapter 19

 

Jade appeared back in her study and sat back down at her desk before she noticed Hitomi standing there with an evil smirk. "You were watching again weren't you."

 

She grinned even more if possible. "I was worried when you took off like that. So of course I looked." Hitomi watched as Jade tried to ignore her. "So how good of a kisser was he?"

 

Jade tried even harder to focus on her paperwork, but that question threw her completely off. It was hard to keep a straight face. "It wasn't a kiss I wanted."

 

"You may not have wanted it, but from the looks of it you nearly melted then and there. I almost thought I saw your knees give out." She was enjoying her mistress's discomfort immensely especially since she had never seen her get flustered over any male.

 

"I am not going to answer that Hitomi especially since it won't be happening again. He hates humans remember."

 

Hitomi watched her with a soft smile. "I don't think it'll be the last time he corners you milady and remember your no longer human. He just doesn't know it yet."

 

Jade looked at her again and frowned. "Either way I'm not going to get close to him and I won't make it easy. The only thing he's after right now is information about my power." After Hitomi left she just sat back in her chair and sighed. 'What am I going to do. He's definately more stubborn and persistant than the others. I've got to keep him from getting to close,'she thought. She finally forced herself back into her paperwork and pushed all thoughts of the Western Lord out of her mind.

 

Kagome dragged Inuyasha away from the others and turned on him. "What do you think you were doing?"she growled.

 

"I was protecting my mate,"he growled back. "You are my mate to be and I won't let anyone come between us or try to take you away from me again."

 

Kagome calmed slightly as she gently placed her hand on his cheek. "I understand that Inuyasha, but the only way anything will come between us is if you let it. I gave you permission to mark me because I love you and always will. The only thing that can seperate us is you."

 

"What do you mean me?"

 

"There have always been only two reasons I left Inuyasha one was to take tests and visit my family and the other was when I felt betrayed seeing you run to Kikyo. I no longer have tests to take so it's your choice now if I stay or go."

 

Inuyasha gathered her in his arms and held her close. "I'll never be able to make up for the pain I've caused you, but I can promise that I'll never let you go again." When he kissed her this time it was more than just passionate it was meant to brand her as his. He released her lips with a growl and held her closer. He searched with his senses and found what he was looking for. "What the hell do you want Sesshomaru?"

 

Kagome watched as the Western Lord walked into view and stared coldly at them. She also noticed that Inuyasha had taken his fighting stance and had tetsuiga ready for battle. What confused her though was that he was not attacking only watching them. She lightly touched Inuyasha's arm to get his attention before turning her attention to Sesshomaru. "What can we do for you Lord Sesshomaru?"

 

Sesshomaru watched as the woman calmed his half brother down and addressed him. He couldn't deny that she had aged since seeing her last and was curious about this. She had matured and now possessed the body of a woman instead of a young girl. Her hair was longer and she held herself with grace and pride. He was brought from his musings by a low growl from Inuyasha. Sesshomaru looked at the newly mated couple before speaking. "I have come to offer a truce until Naraku is destroyed."

 

"Why the hell would you do that?"growled Inuyasha.

 

"It has been pointed out to me that the jewel is nearly complete and the hanyou will be coming soon. I have my own reasons for wanting him destroyed."

 

Kagome watched and listened before looking at Inuyasha and then his brother."Lord Sesshomaru am I understanding correctly that you wish to travel with us?"

 

"Yes."

 

Kagome smiled in understanding. "We would welcome another in the fight against Naraku, but we would like your word that no one in our company will be attacked."

 

"What are you talking about Kagome he's tried to kill all of us and you want to invite him to come along," Inuyasha yelled.

 

"We will need the help Inuyasha and I trust his word as the Lord of the West. As Lord he is honor bound to keep his word if it is given. Is that not correct Lord Sesshomaru."

 

"That is correct. I give my word as the Western Lord that I will not attack your companions while traveling together."

 

"Thank you Lord Sesshomaru we will be leaving tomorrow when Jade returns." She watched as he just nodded his head turned and left.

 

"What do you think your doing Kagome. He's just trying to get my sword. Have you forgotten how many times he's tried to kill us and you invite him to travel with us." Inuyasha stopped his ranting at the disturbing grin on her face. "What are you smiling about?"he asked nervously.

 

"He's trying to get closer to Jade."

 

"What?"

 

"When Sesshomaru was telling us he had his own reasons to kill Naraku I picked up the image of Naraku's encounter with Jade the other night. The feelings that came from him with that image was possessiveness and anger."

 

"You mean he's after Jade?"

 

Kagome smiled at him. "Is it that hard to imagine Inuyasha? Who else has stood up to him, besides you, and lived. She has bested him several times and he still comes after her." She looked at him gently. "I don't think he realizes yet what he wants or why he keeps coming back to face her again. He's trying to figure it out right now and what better way than to travel with us."

 

"I don't trust him Kagome."

 

"I don't think we'll have anything to worry about. He's going to have his hands full dealing with Jade. Besides he has to much honor to go back on his word." She gave him a chaste kiss on the cheek. "Don't worry everything will be fine."

 

The next morning everyone woke and started packing after breakfast. They knew Jade would return today and their short relaxation period would end. Inuyasha caught Kagome's gaze and nodded his head towards the others in a silent agreement. Kagome called the others to them and they all sat down. "Before Jade gets here I would like to tell you that someone else will be traveling with us as well."

 

Sango looked at hte young girl she considered her sister with confusion. "Who Kagome."

 

Kagome looked to Inuyasha and calmed her nerves before speaking. "Lord Sesshomaru will be joining us until we defeat Naraku." She held up her hand to stop the questions she knew where coming. "He has given his word as the Western Lord to not attack any of us while traveling together and he would be a valuable allie."

 

Miroku watched Kagome and the others letting everything sink in. "Didn't you say Kagome that Lord Sesshomaru had his own intentions towards Jade and had sought her out several times?"

 

Kagome grinned. "Yes Miroku I did."

 

"Then is he here to help kill Naraku or is he here for Jade," Miroku wondered out loud while lightly scratching his chin.

 

"I do believe he wants Naraku dead and has come to realize he is a true threat." What Kagome didn't voice out loud was that Jade was going to be a side benefit for him as well as getting his revenge on Naraku. A powerful energy was felt and as they turned around Jade was walking out of a portal smiling. Kagome walked to her sister giving her a hug. "So did your manage to catch up on everthing?"

 

Jade cringed at the question. Almost, I'll probably need to return a few hours over the next few nights to complete everything." She looked around and saw that they were packed and ready to go. "I see everyone is ready so lets go." She stopped at the look of discomfort on her sisters face. "What's wrong Kagome?"

 

"We have someone else that's joining us Jade. He should be here any time now."

 

Jade looked at her with curiosity then fear. "Oh no if it's that crazy wolf I'll purify him in a few hours. He'll drive me insane." Then she heard it, that seductive voice she was hearing more often as of late.

 

"I guess it's a good thing I'm not that crazy wolf then."

 

She turned arund to find Seshomaru, but also a green toad youkai, a two headed dragon and a young human girl. "May I ask as to why you have decided to travel with us?"

 

"It was brought to my attention how much Naraku deserves to be destroyed."

 

Jade just nodded her head in acceptance and looked at everyone. "Well then lets get going."

 

 

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