InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Right Where I Belong ❯ Fox Child ( Chapter 10 )

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Chapter 10 Fox Child

Inuyasha held the bedroom door open for Kagome and she walk out slightly bowing to him in thanks. He bowed his head in a you’re welcome. They walked together to the dining room to eat. When they got there, servants were laughing, working and talking.

The two entered the room. All the noise stopped. Inuyasha was surprised. “Hey, why are you stopping what you’re doing because we entered the room?!” He yelled. The servants were just as surprised as Inuyasha was and they continued their tasks as Inuyasha and Kagome walked to the kitchen. As they entered, they were hit with the delicious scent of a freshly cooked meal.

“Mmmm… It smells awesome!” Kagome said and skipped towards the food. She found Kaede stirring a big pot of stew. Kaede was surprised but happy to see them.

“How are ye feeling today child?” Kaede asked kindly.

Kagome smiled at her and replied, “I’m much better now thanks to you! Hey, can Inuyasha and I have some stew a little early? We’re starved!” She giggled. Kaede smiled.

“Of course ye can. Ye need much nutrition to keep ye body healthy.” Kaede told them. Kagome got excited and made a squeak to show it. She skipped over to one of the shelves that held the bowls and silverware. Inuyasha wasn’t far behind her.

She pulled down two bowls and two spoons. She handed Inuyasha one of each. They stepped over to the giant pot of stew and scooped out their portions. Then, the two re-entered the dining room and ate all they could eat. When they finished, they exited and continued to walk, not sure of what they wanted to do next. “What do you want to do now?” Inuyasha asked her.

“I’m not really sure. I kind of wanted to talk with you a little bit today. There’ve been a lot of things that have changed the past few days.” She replied, looking at the ground.

“Okay, then we’ll talk.” He said. He suddenly scooped Kagome into his arms bridal style and flew out the door into the open sky. Kagome was so shocked that she just buried her face into his chest and squeezed her eyes shut. Inuyasha held back his laugh.

He jumped from tree branch to tree branch until he reached Goshinboku, the sacred tree that he always went to when he wanted to have time to himself. He finally wanted to share this tree with Kagome. He landed lightly on his usual branch and sat down with Kagome on his lap. She relaxed her grip and opened her eyes. She gasped from the beautiful sight.

They were high up in a tree that towered over the rest. It was almost sun set and the sky was painted with reds, oranges and yellows. Kagome was in awe. She hugged her arms around Inuyasha’s torso without taking her eyes off of the view. She snuggled into his chest. They sat watching the sun go down for a few minutes in silence.

Inuyasha put his nose into Kagome’s hair and took in a big whiff of her scent. Her scent calmed him even when he didn’t need it. Just knowing she was safe in his arms was enough for him.

“What did you want to talk about?” He whispered into her hair. Chills ran down her spine. She snuggled deeper into Inuyasha’s chest.

“I was just curious about something that Sesshomaru said.” She started.

“What about?” He asked. Kagome looked up into his eyes.

“What does it mean to be… mated?” She asked hesitantly. She knew that it meant they were having sex but she didn’t know any details. He hugged her close to him so he wouldn’t have to look into her eyes.

“You don’t need to worry about that right now.” He said. Kagome pulled out of his grip to again look in his eyes.

“Please tell me. I want to know.” She said and gave him the sad puppy dog look by poking out her lip. He couldn’t stand it when she made that face. He sighed as a sign that he had given in.

“In the demon world, I am at my peak age for mating, but in the human world, I still have a few years until I would need to think about marriage. Mating is a ceremony that demons go through with to insure that the population doesn’t diminish. Most demons do it because they have to, but some, like my father, do it out of love.” He told her. “It’s like the human ceremony of getting married, but a little more permanent.”

“Why is it more permanent?” Kagome asked.

“With a human marriage, they can decide to split up, but in a demon mating ritual, they will be together for the rest of their lives. That’s why demons frown on mating with humans because they are so indecisive.” He said sadly.

“Do you think I would be like other humans and be indecisive?” Kagome asked a little hurt. Inuyasha squeezed her into a hug.

“Of course not.” He said. “I trust you with all my heart.” Kagome hugged into him also.

“Inuyasha.” She breathed. “I want to be with you for the rest of my life.” Inuyasha was surprised. He thought when he told her this information, she would leave him. He felt tears beginning to fill his eyes. He pushed them back.

“You-you do? I want you to know that you don’t have to do this now.” He said making sure she knew. “I would wait forever for you.”

“I know Inuyasha. I want to be with you forever.” She said. He could see the love in her eyes.

“Kagome.” He whispered. “I-I love you.”

“I love you too Inuyasha.” She replied. She leaned up and kissed his lips. Their lips molded with one another’s. He tightened his grip on her and kissed her passionately. Kagome rapped her arms around Inuyasha’s chest and squeezed herself close to him.

“Kagome. I want you.” He told her in a whisper.

“Inuyasha.” She whispered back. Inuyasha’s demon blood pulsed through his veins at the sound of her voice speaking his name. Kagome felt the surge and squeezed him tighter. “Inuyasha, don’t lose yourself.” She said. Inuyasha restrained himself from changing. He hugged her and put his nose in her hair. He took in a deep breath and her scent calmed him further.

Kagome felt his aura return to normal and loosened her grip, relaxing her muscles. Kagome realized what made his blood take over, when he had strong emotions, whether it be love, lust, anger, or sadness. She then also noticed he had forgotten his sword in their room before they left the castle. ‘The sword keeps him in control.’ She thought to herself. ‘Until we are ready to go through with the mating process, he has to keep Tetsusaiga with him.’

The night became darker and the two decided it was time to head home. Kagome wanted to walk instead of being carried. Their trip was only going to be about ten minutes so Inuyasha agreed. They walked holding hands for a few minutes, when Kagome heard a twig crack next to her and she squealed in fear as she jumped into Inuyasha’s grasp. Inuyasha pulled her behind him and let out a growl in protection. He crept forward and moved the bushes out of the way.

A small fox demon child was cowering against a tree. Kagome heard the child’s whimpering and rushed forward. She crouched beside Inuyasha. Kagome reached her hand out to comfort the child. The child was already scared and bit her hand. Kagome let out a small scream and Inuyasha reacted. Her pulled her away and grabbed her injured hand to make sure there was no major damage. Then, he turned to the child.

“What the hell did you do that for runt?!” Inuyasha yelled and grabbed the fox child by his fluffy reddish brown tail. The fox squirmed and cried.

“I’m sorry! Please don’t kill me! Please! I’m only a kid! Forgive me!” He cried.

“Inuyasha, he seems to be sorry. Put him down and let’s talk with him.” Kagome reasoned. Inuyasha knew that Kagome had a good judgment on character so he placed the fox child on the ground. But he kept a close eye on him in case he tried anything funny. Kagome crawled back closer to the child.

“Hey there, what are you doing out here all by yourself this late at night?” She asked him.

“M-my parents were killed by terrible demons.” The boy had tears in his eyes and you could tell that his heart was pounding at a hundred miles an hour. Kagome’s breath caught in her throat. She quickly scooped up the fox into her arms and hugged him close. The small child was surprised but he welcomed her warm hug. Kagome felt tears run down her cheek and the two cried together.

Inuyasha saw the display and knew what was going through Kagome’s mind. His eyes grew soft and wrapped his arms around her. They sat there for a few moments before Inuyasha help Kagome stand up and they walked back to the castle with the little fox child in hand. By the time they got back, the child had fallen asleep in Kagome’s arms.

They walked in the big doors and were greeted by a few servants that asked them if they needed help for the child. Inuyasha shooed them away, telling them he was just sleeping. Inuyasha and Kagome went to their room and placed the boy on the bed.

“Inuyasha we have to let him stay here.” Kagome said to him, pleading with every word. She pushed herself into his chest and he put an arm around her.

“I don’t have the say on who does and who doesn’t stay here, Kagome.” Inuyasha told her. “We have to talk with Sesshomaru and my mother.” Kagome pushed away from him and marched to the door. “What are you doing?” He asked her.

“I’m going to TELL Sesshomaru to let him stay here.” Kagome told Inuyasha. Inuyasha rushed in front of her and grabbed her tight to stop her.

“If you TELL him then he is even more likely to say no.” He said. Kagome stopped struggling and Inuyasha released her. He looked into her eyes with caring eyes. “You have to approach this gently.” Kagome nodded and the two headed towards Sesshomaru’s study together.

When they approached the study doors, they were surprised to see that Inuyasha’s mother was waiting for them there. “Hey, mom.” Inuyasha said surprised.

“Hello dear. A servant sent for me to meet here with all the family.” She told them and gave them both a hug. The three of them entered the study and sat in their usual spots.

“Who is he.” Sesshomaru stated more than asked.

“Well... Um... We’re not really sure yet.” Inuyasha said, scratching his head.

“We just know that this fox demon child’s parents were killed by some demons. Please Sesshomaru! We have to let him stay!” Kagome began to cry. “He’s just like I was but less fortunate.” She whispered. Sesshomaru heard her whisper and his eyes softened for a second.

“What do you think Izayoi?” Sesshomaru asked.

“I think it would be alright for the time being, until we know who he is and his intentions.” She said with a smile. Izayoi was still protective over Kagome after what had happened.

“It’s settled then. Inuyasha, I want you to keep a close eye on him until he wakes up and we can find out more information.” Inuyasha nodded and Kagome jumped up out of her seat and ran to Sesshomaru’s side. She gave him a huge hug.

“Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” She exclaimed. She ran over to Izayoi and also gave her a hug, but more gingerly. “Come on Inuyasha! Let’s go check on him!”
Inuyasha stood up and bowed to his elders. Kagome and Inuyasha walked to their room and sat next to their bed.

Kagome began to rub her eyes after sitting by the bed for almost an hour. Inuyasha knew she was tired after her long day. He sat down in the floor against the wall and crossed his legs. He motioned for Kagome to come to him and she did. He pulled her into his lap and cradled her. He wrapped his arms around her and she drifted off to sleep. Inuyasha didn’t need much rest, so he took in her scent and watched the two for the night.