InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Legend of the Nephilim ❯ secrets ( Chapter 8 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha, or any other character belonging to the series they are the genius work of Rumiko Takahashi I simply use them for my stories; I also do not own anything related to the fallen trilogy belonging to Thomas E. Sniegoski; the original characters in this story, and original plots, are mine.

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-Secrets-

“We need to get her to the western lands, Adara will know what to do” said Haru quietly

“Not to mention she will be more comfortable in her own bed, and the Oni-tenshi may attack again” said Yukio “we were barely able to fight off the first wave, I don't think we could handle another attack so soon”

“I need to pay a visit to the elders about Kagome as well; did you see how she eliminated the last few? I have never seen such power before” said Haru.

“Where are the elders you speak of located?” asked Inutashio.

“The location is to be kept secret but I can tell you it is near the northern and western boarders” said Haru quietly.

“we will journey to the western palace and settle down, once you leave for the elders as you call them I want to be present, we will have much to discuss to keep our lands at peace” said Inutashio.

“Very well, but we should be going now, they could return at any moment” said Haru.

“Where is lord Kouga?” asked Yukio

“He sent his people to a protective fortress in the western mountains he will be joining us at the palace moon after he gets them settled” said Inutashio.

“Let's get going then” said Yukio as he picked Kagome up in his arms and spread his wings “I will take her to Adara” and with that he took to the sky.

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Adara was on her way to the eastern wing of the castle when a large commotion caught her attention in the gardens she looked out the window to see Yukio holding a very pale Kagome. She raced down the stairs and arrived in the gardens.

“What happened Yukio?” asked Adara

“The oni-tenshi attacked us on the way to the northern palace and again tonight, she fought them off and her wounds are not healing as quickly as they should be. Something is wrong Adara” said Yukio quietly.

“Let's get her inside and into her bed, I will go from there” she said as she went the other direction in search of Kikyo and Sango.

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Sesshoumaru looked up from his work as the door to his study swung open. He was about to lecture whom ever dare to enter with out his permission but was instantly silenced when he saw his father. His normally crisp and clean kimono was torn, dirty and blood stained. As he got closer he realized that the scent of the blood was familiar…too familiar.

He stood to ask his father what in the kami's name had happened when his father took the opportunity to speak instead.

“Come to Kagome's room, there is much to discuss” and with that he left leaving Sesshoumaru no choice but to follow his father.

As they got closer to her room he noticed the scent of her blood became stronger and when he opened her door he was floored with its scent. That's when his brother's words came to mind…'she is hurt, scared, and has lost a lot of blood'.

He walked into the room followed by his father; he looked to the side of the room where Kikyo was gathering blood soaked clothes and what looked like Kagome's kimono. He then moved to Kagome's bed and as he took in her pale and unconscious form he began to feel the beginnings of a blood lust.

“Who?” was all he could manage to speak through the haze of red he was beginning to see.

“She called them oni-tenshi my son” said Inutashio

He raised a single elegant eye brow at his father.

“Leave us” he ordered the servants “Adara, I want you to stay”

Once the room was cleared Inutashio set a barrier around the room and looked at Adara.

“She told me everything after the first attack near the northern fortress. I want you to explain everything to my son after I have asked you a few questions of my own”

Adara simply nodded, if Kagome trusted them so would she.

“Very good; now please tell me what has happened to her?” he asked

“She used a lot of her energy to kill the oni-tenshi and to heal Haru and Yukio making it harder for her to heal quickly” she said

“Is there anything we can do to help her heal faster?” asked Inutashio

Adara hesitated for a moment before she spoke.

“Kagome is not like the rest of us, she is…special. Demon blood would help her; however it will break the sibling bond between her and Master Inuyasha” she said.

“It can not be Inuyasha's blood?” asked Sesshoumaru

“No, It would have to be a full demon's blood; hanyou blood doesn't have the same healing properties. As I am sure you both know.” She said.

“Very well, I will do it” said Inutashio

“No, I will” said Sesshoumaru.

“You my son, and why is that?” asked Inutashio

“I am lord and she is under my protection” snipped Sesshoumaru

“oh really?” laughed Inutashio “well you sure didn't mind sending her to the northern territories so you could have a sword made. I believe I have Kagome's best interests in mind not you.”

“She is a ward to the western lands and therefore mine to protect” he said as his eyes began to bleed red “She belongs to me and me alone, no other will touch her”

Inutashio and Adara slowly backed away from the enraged young Inu lord. Only after they were on the other side of the room did Sesshoumaru's beast begin to fade, leaving a stunned set of golden eyes in their wake.

“I will leave you two to get done what needs to be done” said Inutashio as he left the room, leaving the barrier surrounding the room. The old Inu grinning as he walked away knowing why his son was acting the way he was, the boy was in love ... now to just get the pair to see it for themselves.

Once the door closed Sesshoumaru turned to Adara who signaled for him to sit at the side of Kagome's bed. Sesshoumaru did as he was instructed, biting down his dislike for being told what to do.

“I need to get some fresh linen I will be right back” said Adara as she left the room.

Once he was certain he was alone he took in Kagome's pale form, he lifted his hand to slowly caress her clammy cheek. His inner beast howled in displeasure at her poor condition, and once again he wondered why he felt so connected to the girl. His beast growled at his stupidity and he sighed, no he knew damn well why he felt so connected to her. He knew why he had turned down every demoness as a mate. Why it hurt so badly to not be around her, why her laughter made his heart soar and why her smile warmed his iced heart to the core.

He, lord Sesshoumaru ruler of the western lands, was in love with the servant girl Kagome, who was much more than he originally believed.

A shifting of blankets brought him back to reality as his molten gold eyes came in contact with her now dull violet ones.

“Sesshoumaru?” she whispered.

“Hello Kagome, how are you feeling?” he asked her.

“Weak” she said.

“Oh good your awake, that will make this a lot easier” said Adara as she walked in the door. “Sesshoumaru will you help her into a sitting position?”

Sesshoumaru did as requested and helped her to sit up right.

“I am thirsty, may I have some water?” asked Kagome

“As soon as we are done” Adara said as she smiled reassuringly at her close friend.

"Done with what?" Kagome looked confused

“This will work better if you remove your top my lord. We will then cut a small incision on your chest that way she can lean in to drink it, that's the fastest way to get it into her system” said Adara

Sesshoumaru nodded and removed his sword from his side and his top, causing Adara and Kagome to blush madly.

Sesshoumaru's beast howled with satisfaction at the female's reaction.

"W-W- WHAT?!?!" Kagome sputtered turning a lovely shade of red.

“Kagome you have lost far too much blood and used too much of your healing powers on Haru and Yukio, Sesshoumaru is going to give you some of his blood okay?” asked Adara

Kagome was about to protest when Adara gave her that glare any mother would give to mean she meant business.

“Umm…okay” blushed Kagome.

“I am going to go make some healing tea for you Kagome I will be back shortly” said Adara as she left.

Sesshoumaru tuned to look at Kagome as he used his razor sharp claws to cut a small incision on his chest just to the side of his left collar bone.

Kagome's eyes widened and did a wonderful impression of a koi fish.

“Drink” was all he said.

That single command sent a shiver down her spine like non she had ever felt before.

She carefully placed her delicate hands on his upper arms for balance as she leaned in. He held in the pleasure filled moan as her soft lips came in contact with is smooth chiseled chest.

His beast howled at him demanding him to take the girl then and there, with more effort then he was used to he pushed his beast back determined to be in total control.

Unknown of his inner battle she could feel his demonic powers rising around her and cover her like a second skin. He moved is hands to hold her upper arms as well as he leaned down to take in her intoxicating scent. His inner demon threatened to come forth at the mixture of her scent mixed with his own.

She couldn't even explain the things she was feeling. The feeling of his demonic power surrounding her and the way he was holding her made her want to explode. Unable to take the feeling anymore she pulled away. She looked up to see him watching her. She nearly gasped at the look in his eyes; it was so warm and passionate.

Unable to resist her warm soft lips any longer he bent down and gently brushed his lips against her own. She pulled away and stared at him wide eyed.

“Sesshoumaru?”

Her unsure question set him over the edge and he moved his left hand to rest behind her neck as he kissed with all the passion he felt towards her. He moved his right hand to the small of her back and moaned lightly as she gripped his arms even tighter.

This woman was going to be his undoing.

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Adara smiled as she made her way to her room for the night. Inutashio had stopped her on her way back to Kagome insisting that Sesshoumaru could handle everything for the night. Sneaky old man was trying to play match maker.

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TBC

A/N: sorry it took so long to update…please review!