InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Living The Promise ❯ A three-way connection ( Chapter 14 )

Chapter 14: A Three-way Connection

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Last Time: “A soul connection has formed between the three of you.”

“What do you mean by that? How in the hell is that even possible?” Inuyasha yelled, only to be hushed with the reminder that Rin and Kagome were sleeping.

Sesshomaru sat quietly, seemingly unaffected by the announcement. However, if one knew what to look for, one could tell he was deeply disturbed by the news. Kaede remained silent as she watched the two men come to grips with her announcement.

Inuyasha stood up and started to pace before turning back to Kaede. “Explain!”

“If you sit back down, Inuyasha, I will do what I can to explain.” She stood up and poured herself another cup of tea. Kaede turned and leaned against the counter, giving Inuyasha a stern look until he sat once again. “Some how, the soul connection you share with Kagome has expanded to include Sesshomaru.”

“How is this possible? The initial spell was never cast, was it?” Sesshomaru struggled to gain control over his confusion. ‘I never asked for this,’ he thought to himself.

Kaede gave Sesshomaru a small smile full of understanding. She knew that the idea of the soul connection bothered him and it appeared that Inuyasha was just as displeased.

“As you both know, soul connections are very rare. There are less than a handful of documented cases. None of them ever mentioned anything about the connection being formed with more than two people. When I was doing the research for the initial spell for you, Inuyasha, I came upon a tale that indicated that a connection between multiple people was possible, but nothing was ever substantiated. According to the tale, those involved were willing participants, but the records didn’t say if the connections happened at the same time or not.”

“I still don’t understand why it happened. I never asked for this and I am positive that Inuyasha didn’t either,” Sesshomaru stated.

Kaede took her seat at the table once again while Inuyasha glared alternately between his brother and Kaede. “I don’t think that we will ever really know for certain, but I will tell you my theory. I believe that the presence of the permanent soul connection made Kagome and Inuyasha more susceptible to the possibility of another. The fact that you two are brothers and that you, Sesshomaru, obviously care for Kagome…” Kaede was interrupted before she could finish the sentence by Inuyasha’s growl. She placed a gentle hand on his arm and shook her head once Inuyasha looked at her.

“If you would allow me to finish, Inuyasha,” she waited for his reluctant nod before continuing. “As I was saying, Sess obviously cares for Kagome on some level, not in anyway inappropriate of course, and I believe that Kagome feels the same way; all these contribute to what I believe are ideal conditions. It could also be that the earthquake and the resulting entrapment also played a role in the connection forming.”

“Could the fact that I have a strong family history of powerful monks and priestesses also have played a part in this?” All eyes turned and focused on the quiet voice coming from the doorway. Kagome stood, eyes downcast, a faint blush tinting her cheeks with the blanket wrapped around her shoulders. Inuyasha rose from his chair and walked over, drawing her into his arms.

“How long have you been standing here?” he asked softly.

“For most of it. I woke up and came in to get something to drink when Kaede started talking about how her theory regarding the three-way connection.” Inuyasha led her over to the table and sat her down. Kaede handed the young woman a cup of tea that she had prepared once she realized that Kagome had heard the conversation. Kagome took the tea cup from her and gave her a grateful smile.

“How do you feel about all of this, Kagome?” Even though Kaede asked the question, it was the brothers who most wanted to hear her answer.

Kagome blushed, refusing to meet anyone’s eyes. “Umm, I have a question before I answer that. Because we share the connection, does that mean we also have to share physical relations?” Both Sesshomaru and Inuyasha choked and turned red. Kaede just laughed.

“No dear. The soul connection does not require physical relations, after all, you and Inuyasha forged your connection while you both were still children.” She chuckled at the relief that flooded all three faces.

“In that case, I guess I don’t mind, but I am not sure how this will change things.”

“It actually won’t change much. Sesshomaru’s bond is not yet permanent and can be broken within the initial 10 year period. For now, he will sense strong emotions from both you and Inuyasha, just as you will sense his; he will also be able to access the dreamscape.”

Inuyasha, standing behind Kagome, saw her glance at Sesshomaru nervously. Sesshomaru also caught her look and gave her a comforting smile before taking one of her hands in his. Inuyasha sighed in resignation.

“There is something that still doesn’t make sense, Kaede. If Sesshomaru shares the soul connection, then why wasn't he affected when Kagome’s lung collapsed while we were trapped?”

“He was not affected simply because the bond is not yet permanent.” Kaede stopped and sat for a moment, trying to remember something else that she had read.

“If I remember correctly, in the tale regarding the multiple connections, it was believed that the death of one of the people in the bond would not cause the immediate death of the others, as it would in the regular soul connection. The presence of the other members offset the shock to the survivors’ systems.” The three nodded in understanding. That made sense.

Kagome yawned and stood up. “I’m sorry guys, but I am heading to bed. Thank-you Kaede, for explaining this for us.” She hugged the older woman before turning to the others. “I’ll see you in the morning.”

Inuyasha kissed her and said “Good night, angel. Sleep well.”

“Good night Kagome,” Sesshomaru said softly. With one last smile, Kagome headed for the hallway. Pausing in the door, she turned and ran back, giving Sesshomaru a quick hug, and then hurried to the bedroom.

Sesshomaru and Inuyasha stared after the young woman in surprise. Kaede chuckled softly to herself. ‘Life won’t ever be the same around here,’ she thought with a grin as she rinsed out the cups.

Inuyasha had followed Kagome to make sure that both she and Rin were doing okay. Sesshomaru stood to his feet and gathered his belongings with the intent of heading home. Kaede stopped him with a quiet word. “Sess, if something were to happen to either Inuyasha or to Kagome before the bond becomes permanent, the other will follow in death. There is a way to make the bond permanent, preventing that from happening. I will talk to you about it in the morning.”

Sesshomaru stared at her for a moment. “Why are you telling me this?”

Kaede sighed. “I just have this feeling that the bond between you must be fully in place; that we do not have the time to allow it to become permanent on its own.”

“You have nothing more than this, a feeling?” Sesshomaru was confused, but he knew that when Kaede got a strong feeling about something, it was a good idea to heed it.

Kaede looked at him sadly. “I am sorry, but that is all I have right now. If I can determine anything more, I will let you know.”

“Very well. I will await your call in the morning then.” Sesshomaru gave Kaede a brief hug and kissed her forehead. She returned the hug and then let him out the door. Once she made sure the door was locked, Kaede turned out the lights and headed off to bed.

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A/N: Uh oh, Kaede has a feeling that something is going to happen, wonder what that is… You will just have to wait and see.

Sorry for the short chapter, but I was having trouble with it. As it stands, I still am not really happy with it, but wanted to get the update out to you all in a timely manner. And as always, my deepest appreciation goes to my reviewers and to my wonderful beta, Breezie, who all give me the incentive to continue to write.

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