InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ It is you I have loved ❯ Lost in your eyes ( Chapter 4 )

*sighs* OK you lucky ducks. Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro was subbed again so here's your chapter:

 

 

`...No!' A voice cried out from the dark forest. She was running. Running fast into the depths of the forest. She saw lightening flash…heard thunder rolling. Where was she going? `Please! Don't!' Heat, she felt heat prickling at her skin. The earth shook underneath her. It was positively quivering with each shattering crash of thunder. More screams pierced the air. The image of long, writhing arms was stained into her vision as lightening struck behind them, illuminating the entire forest.

 

 

Kagome woke wide-eyed and panting…again. `What the hell?' It was the same dream she'd had last night but she'd made it farther into the forest this time. At least she'd managed to get some sleep tonight before the nightmare had woken her. Not that her day had really been that tiring. In fact the day had been unusually quiet. She hadn't had to break up one fight. Sesshomaru had kept his distance from Inuyasha, and now that she thought about it, he'd kept his distance from her. She blushed at that figuring he was probably still angry about being interrupted during his bath. Her foot was healing at an unnaturally fast pace and had only caused her minimal pain today. Plus, they'd only been attacked once. The demon that attacked them was cocky and foolish for taking on a whole group. Although, it hadn't really been the whole group. Sesshomaru had hung back, seemingly preoccupied with something. The demon opponent had been easily defeated without Sesshomaru's help, but Kagome wondered what was bothering him. `Oh well,' Kagome thought, `even if there was something wrong, he wouldn't let anyone help him with it.' Brushing at the hair in her eyes, Kagome realized she was covered in sweat again. She was hesitant to go clean up though, lest she walk in on Sesshomaru again. She now knew he bathed at night and was reluctant to have the same encounter twice. And since she'd already bathed before she went to bed, if she walked in on Sesshomaru again, she'd have to explain why she needed another bath. It'd look suspicious because of Kagome's knowledge of his bathing habits. As she sat up, Kagome's shirt peeled off her back. It'd been stuck there by all the sweat. She sighed resignedly and knew she wouldn't be able to sleep when she felt so sticky. The others may be used to being dirty but, growing up in a time where one bathed when they were dirty, she just couldn't get used to that. She'd just have to be careful this time.

 

 

As she gathered her things and tied up her hair, Kagome was trying as hard as possible to be aware of her surroundings. She could not walk in on Sesshomaru. Walking slowly and quietly, Kagome strained to see the small lake ahead, checking to see if anyone was there. Satisfied that she was alone, Kagome stripped down and stepped gingerly into the chilly water. What she wouldn't give for a hot shower or a nice warm bubble-bath.

 

 

She'd washed quickly and moved her near-frozen limbs to climb out of the lake. What she

hadn't noticed until now was that the sun was already rising. Pink and orange tinted the cobalt sky. `Great. I better get back quick before I have to explain myself.' With a silent speed, Kagome dressed and gathered her things before sprinting back to camp. Her injured foot complained somewhat bitterly at being still frozen and then forced to pound at the ground to get her swiftly back to camp. When she arrived back at camp she did a quick scan to make sure that she hadn't woken anyone up. Sango was on her side, facing away from Kagome and towards the snuggled Kirara and Shippo. Miroku was sprawled out, facing the sky. Sesshomaru's group was a little too far away for Kagome to see clearly, but she could see no movement. He gaze landed on Inuyasha last. He was lying at an odd angle. His face was flushed and his hands were clasped at the top of his things. His breathing seemed slightly labored too. `Must be dreaming about killing something' Kagome joked to herself. As silent as she could, Kagome crawled back into her sleeping bag and waited for the others to awake. She hadn't waited long before she heard a shrill “PERVERT!” and knew Miroku and Sango were now awake, and had probably woken the whole camp in the process. Kagome quickly turned her body to gaze at the fallen monk. There was a fuming Sango standing over him holding her backside with an embarrassed flush spotting her cheeks. Relieved and amused, Kagome allowed herself to giggle before pretending to have just woken up. She feigned a yawned and slightly overplayed rubbing at her “sleepy” eyes. Even though she really was still tired.

 

 

“Morning you two.”

 

 

“Trying to wake the whole forest?!” Inuyasha was breathing normally again but had not moved his hands or lost the flush in his cheeks.

 

 

“If this monk would keep his hands to himself I wouldn't have to be so loud!”

 

 

“But my dear Sango, I was only sleep touching. I can't control what I do when I'm

sleeping.”

 

 

“Well then maybe we should just tie you to a tree while you sleep so we won't have to worry about those wandering hands of yours.” Miroku saw the threat in Sango's eyes and had the presence of mind to drop the act and look guiltily at the ground.

 

 

“Can you not control this riotous pack of yours, brother?” Sesshomaru had managed to walk into camp without being noticed and he fixed his accusing gaze on his half-brother.

 

 

“You shut-up! I can't always watch the lech to make sure he's not touching anyone. His hands wander so often that I'd never be able to sleep.”

 

 

The whole morning went pretty much that way. It was filled with the two brothers bickering. As the day wore on though, Sesshomaru grew tired of the fighting and Inuyasha had been sat more than enough times for having annoyed Kagome by not just dropping whatever he was arguing about. After lunch the group had settled down and was following a lead they'd gotten on a jewel shard. This annoyed Sesshomaru though. He'd only joined the group to fight against Naraku. Finding Jewel shards did not fit into his schedule. Nor did he find hunting them anything less than tedious. He didn't put up too much of a fight though. He was too lost in his own thoughts. He'd spent the previous day that way too. He couldn't stop the meeting with Kagome from playing in his head. And the image of the glistening wet, naked miko was not coming unstuck from the forefront of his mind. Anger bubbled low in his stomach. Why was this female, this human female affecting him so? Somewhere deep in his mind he allowed himself some reasoning. He knew it wasn't just her body. He felt drawn to her strong, dedicated spirit and her loyalty certainly piqued his curiosity. She would risk her life for any member of her group. Whether it be the lecherous monk, the taijiya without a family, the small demon, or even his infuriating hanyou half-brother. She didn't discriminate. He'd never met someone so accepting of others, and it fascinated him. He allowed himself to glance in her direction. She was barely limping anymore. He'd known well about the wound she'd attained the night she'd fallen in the pond. He'd smelled the blood. And not the dead blood she excreted when she was in heat but fresh blood that flowed from the gash on her foot. Knowing the miko having an infection in the wound would greatly slow the group down and, feeling slightly responsible, Sesshomaru had taken it upon himself to try his best to heal the wound. While she slept that night, as silent and cautious as he could, he went to where she laid and uncovered her foot. Assessing the injury and realizing it wasn't too serious he'd stuck his tongue out and licked the gash. She may have human blood but the properties in his demon saliva would allow her wound to heal quicker than it would on its own and would prevent an infection from forming. She'd stirred when he'd only licked up the wound once and he knew even the tiniest noise that the girl made would wake his brother. He flashed back to his side of camp before Inuyasha could focus his gaze on the source of the noise. Sesshomaru knew that he'd not been able to put enough saliva on the wound for it to heal immediately but it would still heal faster with the small amount he'd managed to get on the wound. Sliding his gaze up her form he saw the gentle sway of her hips and her long raven hair moving in time with them. Sesshomaru's mind began undressing the unknowing priestess and had removed her shirt and strange short green kimono before he realized what was happening. He was sweating slightly and his hakama was beginning to tent. He scolded himself. How could he let his guard down?! Why was he allowing himself to act in such and abhorrent manner!? His behavior was reminiscent of the monks and he was angry for allowing himself to mentally abuse such a pure, beautiful soul...and her tempting body. Sesshomaru shook his head to try and clear the confusion but it only muddled his thoughts more. On top of that all he hadn't been able to get the taste of the girl out of his mind. When he'd licked her wound, the most amazing taste had filled his mouth. It wasn't a taste he could easily forget. Sighing, he thought maybe if talked to her he would be able to clear all his jumbled thoughts of her. He walked gracefully to the traveling miko. Although she usually traveled next to the taijiya or cradling the kit, Inuyasha was the only one near her and even he was a few feet behind her. When Sesshomaru was beside the girl, he heard a low growl come from behind Kagome. Glancing back, Sesshomaru saw his half-brother's teeth sliding together in a possessive snarl.

 

 

“Relax half-breed.” Inuyasha would have argued back but Kagome had jumped at the demon-lord's words. Apparently she'd been deep in thought too and had been jolted from her reverie when Sesshomaru had spoken. And, fearing another `sit' Inuyasha just held his snarl in his throat while letting it show silently on his face.

 

 

“I'm sorry. Did you say something?” She was staring at him with what almost looked like worry. Her voice betrayed apprehensiveness. Sesshomaru's mind raced. He hadn't thought of what he would say to the girl, only that he thought he needed to talk to her. Thinking on his feet the demon-lord replied,

 

 

“This Sesshomaru was wondering how the injury on your foot is faring.” It wasn't like him to speak anything akin to concern but he'd had to say something.

 

 

 

“Uh…wh-I,” Kagome sputtered, obviously taken aback at his concern, “it's doing fine, actually. The gash is healing really fast. It's kinda odd actually…uhm, th-thank you for asking.” Sesshomaru nodded and continued on,

 

 

“This Sesshomaru trusts you slept more soundly last night than you did the previous.” Kagome blushed furiously as she was bombarded with images of a muscular, naked Sesshomaru. When she was able to push the pictures from her mind she thought back to the dream that had caused her another restless night of sleep, but she couldn't tell him she hadn't slept well because she was having nightmares. She would seem a child.

 

 

“Yes. I did, thank you.” Her blush intensified “I've been meaning to talk to you, or rather there's something I've wanted to say.” Not wanting to be overheard and discovered, she shot a glance back at Inuyasha whos face shot from questioning anger to innocent disinterest when he saw her looking back. She grabbed hold of Sesshomaru's arm to pull him aside when she felt him tense at the touch.

 

 

“I'm sorry!” Kagome spluttered. Sesshomaru had been startled when Kagome had said she'd wanted to speak with him but even more surprised when she grabbed for his arm. Even though he hadn't meant it to, his arm tightened, frightening the miko. She gazed into his eyes with an apology in hers.

 

 

“Sorry, but this Sesshomaru is a little protective over this arm. It is the only one left.”

 

 

Kagome wasn't sure what to think at first. Was he being serious or had the stiff, unyielding Sesshomaru just cracked a joke? Her answer came when the beginnings of a small smile tugged at the edges of his perfect mouth. Probably more out of nervousness and astonishment, Kagome let loose a small giggle. Sesshomaru couldn't help but hold the small smile on his face at the angelic sound Kagome was making. He was not one to joke but it seemed worth it to hear her laugh.

 

 

“Did that hurt? Are you alright? Cuz, you do realize you just cracked a joke, right?” Sesshomaru allowed himself one more moment of a smile before his face fell into its serious mask again and he asked,

 

 

“Was there something you wished to speak with this Sesshomaru about?” Kagome's face fell too.

 

 

“Uh, yah.” She looked at his arm and then at his face, obviously afraid to lead him away so he helped her out a little.

 

 

“Lead the way and this Sesshomaru will follow.” He'd never allowed himself to be led anywhere. He never followed anyone. He was at the forefront of everything, whether it was literal or figurative. But he was allowing himself to follow. Sesshomaru knew he needed to get a grip on himself. `It's probably just because she's in heat. Instinct is kicking its offending head in again.' Instinct was important to all creatures, Sesshomaru knew this, but it could be annoying at times. Kagome smiled nervously before walking about twenty-five feet from the group with Sesshomaru dutifully following her lead. She was still parallel with the walking group but was far enough away that she could not be overheard easily.

 

 

“I, uh, just wanted to say sorry again for walking in on your bath. I should have been more observant. It was rude of me and it should never have happened.” Why was this girl beating herself up so much about that? If he'd been paying closer attention, he'd have been able to escape with her being none the wiser. If the blame had to be placed, it should be on him. She did not have extra sensitive senses like he did. He took her slight chin in his remaining hand and tipped it up towards his own.

 

 

“This Sesshomaru has already told you that you are forgiven. You need not worry yourself on the issue.” Kagome was much more than taken aback at Sesshomaru's actions then his words. He'd touched her. He never touched her. She'd always figured he thought her just another disgusting human that had happened to prove useful once or twice. But this, this fought to prove otherwise. Blushing, she tried to turn her face away, but his hand did not move from under her chin. They had stopped walking and Kagome's heart was racing. Sesshomaru's was too but for a slightly different reason. His body wouldn't cooperate. He was trying to tear his gaze away from hers but, like his hand cupped gently under her chin, it wouldn't move. Her scent swam in his head when a slight breeze curled it up to his nose. `She smells amazing. I've never smelled anything like it.” He had been able to tear his gaze away from hers but once his eyes passed her lips, his gaze was stuck again. They were so full, they looked so warm, so welcoming. She was such a tempting creature. Kagome could barely stand. The impenetrable wall that is Sesshomaru was staring at her lips. Staring like he wanted to, to…kiss her. No, he couldn't want that. But her body disobeyed her thoughts as she curled her toes so she could raise her face to meet his bent down one. They were mere inches from each other. Kagome's scent was clouding his mind. He wanted to taste that scent, to taste her. He bent his head down when he saw her reaching her head up. She could feel his breath on her mouth, almost touching.

 

 

“Oi! What the hell's going on!?” Kagome tore her eyes from Sesshomaru's perfect face. What had just happened!? She'd almost kissed Sesshomaru, that's what! Sesshomaru, the demon lord, the picture of control, INUYASHA'S BROTHER, she'd almost kissed him! Sesshomaru dropped his hand down by his side again and was placidly staring at his hanyou brother. “What-what were you two doing!?” Kagome turned her warm, blotchy red face down at the ground. “Hey! I asked you a question!” Kagome was extremely embarrassed. Sure, she found Sesshomaru extremely attractive but she'd never dared entertain the idea that she would act on that feeling. Plus, Inuyasha had seen her. `I must look like such a slut.' Kagome wished with everything she had that Inuyasha had not seen what she was about to do. She liked, well really liked Inuyasha. And even though she tried hiding it from everyone, including herself, she knew she loved him. Sesshomaru was just a passing fancy. Like she'd even have a chance with Inuyasha though, especially now. Besides the fact he only thought her good for bringing back food from the future and finding jewel shards, he now had to surely think her easy.

 

 

A small “crap…” was all she could say before she ran off, back to the relative safety behind the now stopped group.

A/n: Ok, so I started writing this chapter when MTNN was subbed but even though I promised myself I would, I was not able to finish it that night. It was already late and I was tired, very tired. I knew the quality would suffer and some random reference to Sweeny Todd would appear (I tend to forget what I'm writing about when I'm tired). So then all the opther days have been filled with registering for college classes. I'm taking a chemistry, a biology, a math, and a religion woooht (**sarcasm**). Plus I've been packing and cleaning. Anyway, about this chapter, I'm trying to illustrate how Sesshomaru is feeling about all this too and not just take Kagome's POV. Sorry If it's tedious to read or complicates the story but what can I say. Hope you enjoyed it. Then next chapter is like 3/5ths written already and so are a few bits and pieces of some other chapters, so if I can get my act together the next chapter should be up in a day or two. The rest of the story, I can't be too sure of though. Plus since I'm going to an EXTREMELY strict college, I'm not sure If I'll be able to access this site while I'm out there (I HAVE to use their internet-I am REQUIRED) so Hopefully I can finish it in three weeks (that's when I leave). Hope you're enjoying it! Feedback make me warm and fuzzy inside-and tends to motivate me to write.